encouragement and the cheers, in the stands and through the computers! We wouldn’t be the program we are without you! Go Bishops!
Titles!
As always, It’s a Great Day to be a Bishop!
-Head Coach Brenda Semit
As the semester winds down, we’re excited to share what been happening this Spring!
The Spring, we (again) had 6am practices. While most of the Spring has been extremely focused on invidious skill acquisition, we also seen a lot of growth in game play and decision making. Both Goalkeepers and Field Players have focused on refining their fundamental skills in new settings & drills while also touching on some higher level skills. Overall we saw significant developments in each players’ decision making and skill execution!
Instead of individual awards each week, this Spring we focused on shoutouts at the end of each practice. These little huddles gave each player the time and space to positive pinpoint skills and behaviors that their teammates are doing well! We think it boosted our already positive morale and create a forum where each player felt noticed, appreciated and supported
Again, we saw the team really dig in and double down on their work in the weight room! Utilizing a new workout program (which was funded by so many AMAZING and generous donations) each player saw substantial gains! Check out our current leaders for each benchmark category! Special shoutout to Auz who, for the second Spring in a row, is our heaviest lifer for Hang Cleans!
the field, us coaches have been working hard and have been on the road looking for future Battling Bishops! In January, Brenda traveled down to Florida for the National Field Hockey Coaches Association Annual Convention which is held in conjunction with the Winter Escape Recruiting Showcase. Roisin joined later in the week and, despite record low temperatures, a lot of positive ground was covered on the recruiting front!
ESPN World of Sports. Each of the events in Florida are pivotal recruiting events to ensure the longevity of OWUFH and were funded through donations from our amazing support network!
Shooting Star Easter in Frederica, DE and ran into OWUFH Alum Mary McCracken! Brenda was back in Delaware just a short week later to attend Shooting Star Jamboree.
We also brought some recruiting to OWU this Spring as we hosted a few great events on campus! Our Junior Day clinic was filled with smiles, laughs and a high level of talent! Our prospects at the clinic showed up and showed out… We know the future is bright for OWUFH!
For the second year in a row, we held our Committed Player Day to introduce our incoming class to each other for the first time! Our Spring Clinic was the next day and was the largest clinic we’ve hosted to date! 41 talented prospected attended the clinic and we are hopeful that you will see a few of them in the Bishop uniform within the next few seasons!
We continued our work with Color a Smile this Spring. Our coloring pages are mailed in and distributed to anyone who needs something to cheer up their day. During the middle of April, the team volunteered at the Bishop Games, a sporting type event for individuals with various disabilities.
We finished the Spring semester with a Championship Dinner with President Rock Jones where the team received their NCAC Championship rings (for the second year in a row)! We were honored to celebrate not only our success during the evening but also the culmination of Rock’s tenure as President of Ohio Wesleyan! Rock Jones will be dearly missed and we are forever grateful for everything he has done for Ohio Wesleyan!
Not only were we able host our Alumni Game this year (and see some great competition)! This year, the OWUFH team brought home the win afer defeating the Alumni 5-0! With the series tied at 1-1, we are looking forward to next Spring to see who will take the lead.
Following the game, we were able to spend the afernoon celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Title IX and honor Dr. Harriet Stewart. Dr. Harriett Stewart was a trailblazer who lef a substantial mark on Ohio Wesleyan and the global field hockey community. During the celebration, a plaque honoring Dr. Stewart at Selby Stadium was unveiled and we hope that you will take a moment to look next time you’re in the stands for a game!
Each year, Ohio Wesleyan Athletics host the Dale Bruce Awards to honor exemplary studentathletes and their academic and athlete contractions to Ohio Wesleyan. This year was a great year for the field hockey team and we are extremely proud of all the young women honored that evening.
Chi Alpha Sigma: Maddie Nelson, Veronica Hardman, Emily Streeter, Megan Knee
Chi Alpha Sigma is a National Student-Athlete Honor Society which honors Juniors and Senior who have a cumulative GPA of 3.4 or higher.
Bob Strimer Director’s Cup: OWU Sofball- Congrats to dual-sport athlete Lauren Kunzler!
Awarded to the team with the highest cumulative GPA
Top 50 Awards: Gabi Dahllof, Veronica Hardman
Awarded to Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors with the Top 50 highest GPAs.
Top 10 Awards: Veronica Hardman
These awards recognize the contributions to Ohio Wesleyan as an athlete but, most importantly, off the athletic field. Awarded to athletes that show true leadership, dedication and commitment to upholding the highest levels of integrity as a student-athlete at Ohio Wesleyan.
Mackenzie Conway Sportsmanship Award: Veronica Hardman
Awarded to the female student-athlete who best represents good sportsmanship
Nan Carney- DeBord Award: Veronica Hardman
Award to the best all-around Senior female student-athlete
Presidential Award: Veronica Hardman
This award recognizes athletic accomplishments, academic accomplishments, qualities of leadership and service to the University and the community. This award also is used to distinguish individuals who will use the experiences of intercollegiate athletics to make a positive contribution to their profession and community in the future.
Congratulations to all of our award winners! Go Bishops!
The team wrapped up our Spring season with a Play Day at Wittenberg University! At the Play Day, the team played Denison, Wittenberg, Concordia University Wisconsin, Earlham, DePauw and Cowtown.
Overall the Bishops came in 2nd during the 7v7 and 11v11 games, loosing only to Cowtown, the local adult team from Columbus!
Each player showed tremendous growth in their skill execution and decision making and it was an awesome way to get to challenge ourselves in a new setting before we leave campus for the summer!!
While a majority of the team has been grinding hard through Spring season, some team members have been competing for other teams this season! We wanted to give a special shout-out to our dual-sport athletes! These young women epitomize what it means to be a student-athlete and are impactful on the field for multiple teams and in the classroom!
✓ SOUTHBORO, MA
✓ ALGONQUIN REGIONAL HS
✓ NORTHEAST ELITE
✓ MIDFIELD/DEFENSE
Grace is a skilled midfielder who has a complete skillset both offensively and defensively. Her game IQ, decision making and skill execution will emulate our style of play and help us on both sides of the ball!
✓ SALINE, MI
✓ SALINE HS
✓ FER DE LACE
✓ MIDFIELD/FORWARD
Catherine brings poise and patience to every position she plays! Her solid fundamentals and growth mindset will help her begin to contribute quickly!
✓ SAYLORSBURG, PA
✓ PLEASANT VALLEY HS
✓ MARAJOKA FHC
✓ MIDFIELD/FORWARD
Matti is a smart and talented player who we see contributing on the midfield and forward lines. The fluidity and consistency of her skills allow her to distribute the ball and attack with ease!
✓ HUDSON, OH
✓ HUSDON HS
✓ FIELD HOCKEY LIFE
✓ DEFENSE/MIDFIELD
Annabel is extremely versatile and can play any position she is put in with great success. She adds power and crafiness to the team and is determine to outwork any opponent faced!
✓ BETHESDA, MD
✓ CONNELLY SCHOOL OF THE HOLY CHILD
✓ FORWARD
Kim is a workhorse on the field and a quick learner. Her hockey background plays nicely into her FH IQ as she looks to disrupt plays on the field. Kim’s work ethic and focus will help her develop quickly this season.
✓ MONROEVILLE, NJ
✓ ST. JOSEPH’S
✓ SMALL TOWN STICKS
✓ MIDFIELD/FORWARD
Brogan is a fast paced and gritty player who attacks with speed and efficiency. With her ability to contribute on the midfield and forward lines, she will help up the tempo of our play and put pressure on every defensive line.
Payton brings some fire to our GK unit! With her fast feet and quick hands, she makes it hard for any attacker to put
