The University of Pennsylvania has unveiled the inclusion of eight talented female athletes to their field hockey programme for the upcoming autumn as part of their 2028 recruiting class. The recruits—Maxi Aranowitz, Beau Barrington-Hibbert, Darcey Chapman, Naomi Esterowitz, Megan Frank, Riley Thomson, Alexis Williams, and goaltender Ava Hughes—will be commencing their tenure as freshmen for the team in the approaching season.
Head field hockey coach, Colleen Fink, conveyed her enthusiasm for the new recruits, emphasising their high level of play and excellence. She lauded their positive energy, dynamic personalities, and exceptional work ethic, highlighting their versatility across every area of the field. Fink believes their contribution will align with the team’s principles of high-tempo play and great ambition, and she looks forward to having them join the squad on Ellen Vagelos Field in the fall.
The aforementioned athletes set to join the Penn field hockey Class of 2028 each bring their distinct skills and experiences to the team, as well as their individual reasons for selecting Penn and their aspirations for the future.
The introduction of these gifted young women to the team marks a promising future for Penn’s field hockey programme. With their individual strengths and capabilities, they are anticipated to make significant contributions to the team’s success in the upcoming seasons. The coaching staff and the entire Penn community eagerly anticipate the impact that these recruits will have on the field, and they are excited to welcome them to the University of Pennsylvania.
As the Class of 2028 prepares to embark on their journey with the Penn field hockey programme, the team looks forward to the new energy, spirit, and talent that they will bring to the field. The future of Penn’s field hockey certainly looks promising with the addition of these exceptional athletes.
With the arrival of the Class of 2028, the Penn field hockey programme is poised to reach new heights, and the entire university community is ready to support and cheer on these remarkable student-athletes as they begin their college careers.
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