Springfield Twp Field Hockey Preview

SPRINGFIELD TWP FIELD HOCKEY PREVIEW

Head coach: Anita Stum (4th year)

Assistant coaches: Beth Montagano, Brianna Buckley

2023 Record
League 12-3-1 (Freedom Division)
Overall: 14-3-1

Players Lost:
Sr. - Emma Yoder,1st Team All-League, All-State 1st Team
Sr. - Kate Matthews, 1st Team All-League
Sr. - Norah Conlin, 2nd Team All-League
Sr. - Iona Stum, 2nd Team All-League
Sr. - Angela Eder, Honorable Mention

2024 Key Returners:
Sr. - Gracie Buchholz, 1st Team All-League
Sr. - Natalie Rittler, 1st Team All-League
Sr. - Bella Navo, 2nd Team All-League
Sr. - Gabi Maletta, Honorable Mention
Jr. - GK Grace Bell

Outlook:The Spartans finished 1st in the Freedom Division of Suburban One and in District 1A, losing in the Quarterfinals to the eventual 1A Champion Pope John Paul.
There are a number of returning players to the team this season, providing added experience and leadership, combined with fresh faces.  We have a core group of five seniors who have been varsity contributors since their freshmen year: First Team All-League player Gracie Buchholz (Sr.), First Team All-League Natalie Rittler (Sr.), Second Team Bella Navo, Honorable Mention Gabi Maletta and starting Jr. goalkeeper Grace Bell brings her 3 years of experience to the Spartan defense.  Bringing stability to the defensive line is Jr. Paige Pizzica. The entire team is showing promise for the upcoming season.” 

 

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