TRANSYLVANIA UNIVERSITY
LEXINGTON, KY
NCAA DIVISION III
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NCAA DIVISION III TRANSYLVANIA UNIVERSITY
LEXINGTON, KY
Year In Review
1. The Transylvania men’s soccer team earned its second consecutive HCAC Tournament Championship with a win at Hanover College on penalty kicks to advance to the NCAA Tournament for the second straight year. 2. The Transylvania women’s basketball team produced its best season in program history with a 27-3 record. The Pioneers went 15-1 in HCAC regular season play on the way to winning the conference regular season and tournament titles before advancing all the way to the Sweet 16 round of the NCAA Tournament. 3. The Transylvania men’s golf team won its 13th straight HCAC Conference Crown in qualifying for its 13th consecutive NCAA Championship berth. Transylvania University hosted the D-III Men’s Golf National Championships in May 2019 at Keene Trace Golf Club in Nicholasville, Kentucky. 4. The Transylvania women’s golf team won its second consecutive conference tournament championship in Fall 2018 behind HCAC Most Valuable Player Rachel Fine to clinch its second straight NCAA Tournament berth. The Pioneers tied their program best with a 15th-place finish at the National Championships 5. The Transylvania volleyball team, under first-year head coach Amy Barmore, won its first outright HCAC regular-season title with an 8-1 record. Junior Jordan Horne was named the conference’s Offensive Player of the Year. 6. Senior Abby Blackburn of the Transylvania eventing team earned the USEA Intercollegiate Novice Champion title in becoming the top rider in the country at the Novice level, beating out all other university teams across Division I, II, and III college eventing. Blackburn was named the Pioneer Female Athlete of the Year at sesaon’s end. 7. Senior Graham Smith finished his career on a high note, becoming the first male All-American in Transylvania track and field history by finishing as the national runner-up in the men’s javelin at the 2019 NCAA Division III Outdoor Track and Field National Championships. 8. The Transylvania softball team qualified for its third straight NCAA Tournament, a program record by winning the 2019 HCAC Softball Tournament. 9. The Transylvania women’s lacrosse team won the HCLC regular season and tournament championship for the second-consecutive year to clinch their second straight trip to the NCAA Tournament. 10. The Transylvania men’s lacrosse team won its fifth straight conference tournament championship to clinch its third straight trip to the NCAA Tournament.
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General Information
Athletic Administration
The 2019 field hockey media guide was designed and compiled by Sports Information Director Justin Sweeney and Assistant Director of Sports Information Neal Settle. Special thanks to Transylvania Communications Graphic Designer Sam Cooper.
The Department of Athletics provides equitable opportunities and support for male and female students to participate in intercollegiate athletics and to compete successfully in the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference, Heartland Collegiate Lacrosse Conference and Southern Athletic Association. All activities hold paramount the academic, personal and physical welfare of the student-athlete and emphasize physical fitness, selfdiscipline, teamwork, leadership and the highest standards of ethics, sportsmanship and personal performance. Student-athletes are representative of the general student population and are afforded similar opportunities and treatment. Programs, staff and facilities reflect the excellence of the institution and contribute to the quality of campus life.
Season Outlook and Review
2018 Record.........................................................................2-14 2018 SAA Record...................................................................0-5 Lettermen Returning..............................................................10 Lettermen Lost..........................................................................6 Newcomers.................................................................................4
Field Hockey Staff
Head Coach.....................................Katie Hastings (1st Year) Record......................................................................................0-0 Assistant Coach...................................Clara Bissell (1st Year)
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Credits
The Transylvania intercollegiate athletics program is integral to the university’s educational mission and operates under the principles of amateur athletics and fair play, as established by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III.
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Vice President of Athletics.........................Dr. Holly Sheilley Assistant AD - Compliance..................................Jeff Chaney Assistant AD - Facilities.....................................Leigh Oakley Assistant AD - Sport Administration..........Kevin Calhoun Assistant AD - Outdoor Facilities.....................Terry Justice Assistant AD - Business Operations.........Parviz Zartoshty Senior Woman Administrator..................................Juli Fulks Sports Information Director..........................Justin Sweeney Asst. Director of Sports Information...................Neal Settle Strength and Conditioning Coach....................Zach Turner Faculty Athletics Representative.........................Jeff Hopper Title IX Coordinator.......................................Amber Morgan
Athletics Mission Statement
TRANSYLVANIA UNIVERSITY
Location...............................................................Lexington, Ky. Founded................................................................................1780 Affiliation....................................................NCAA Division III Conference.................................................Heartland (HCAC) Colors........................................................Crimson and White Nickname......................................................................Pioneers Mascot.......................................................................Raf the Bat President..................................................Dr. John N. Williams Vice President of Athletics.........................Dr. Holly Sheilley Athletic Department Phone...........................(859) 233-8270 Address...................300 N. Broadway, Lexington, Ky. 40508 Website................................................www.transysports.com Twitter.................................................................@TransySports
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Hone your critical thinking and writing skills—abilities employers and grad schools prize—and challenge your mind and imagination through a liberal arts education.
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L exington WELCOME TO
Transylvania University is in the heart of downtown Lexington, a city with all the excitement and entertainment of a
bustling metropolis while maintaining a small-town feel. Located in the heart of the Bluegrass regions and the second largest city in Kentucky, Lexington features something for everyone to enjoy, whether it’s Third Street Stuff, recently voted the best coffee shop in Kentucky, right around the corner from campus, the Lexington Farmer’s Market; Thursday Night Live featuring local bands and vendors at the 5/3 Pavilion; a concert or basketball game at the world famous Rupp Arena; a day at the track in the horse capital of the world at Keeneland; or a hike at Raven’s Run Nature Preserve.
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TRANSYLVANIA UNIVERSITY
LEXINGTON, KY
NCAA DIVISION III
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NCAA DIVISION III LEXINGTON, KY TRANSYLVANIA UNIVERSITY
Transylvania has enjoyed more than a decade of success since joining the NCAA Division III in 2004. The athletics community has excelled both on and off the field, with student-athletes thriving in the classroom and in competition.
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ACADEMIC ALL-CONFERENCE
CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIPS
COACH OF THE YEAR AWARDS
ALL-AMERICANS
NCAA POSTSEASON APPEARANCES
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PLAYER-OF-THE-WEEK AWARD WINNERS IN 2018-19
Transylvania’s athletic training staff strives to provide the highest quality healthcare to its student-athletes. The Certified Athletic Trainers are highly qualified and trained medical professionals with diverse educational backgrounds and experiences.
Transylvania has two athletic training rooms for its student-athletes. The main athletic training room is on the performance floor of the Beck Center with the secondary training room located in the field house at the Athletics Complex and both are open daily. Each training room is equipped with state-of-the-art injury prevention and rehabilitation equipment.
KYLE SUTTON ASST. ATHLETIC TRAINER
Kyle Sutton joined the Transylvania Athletics Sports Medicine Staff as Assistant Athletic Trainer in 2016. Sutton brings nine years of experience in athletic training to his role at Transylvania. Sutton has previously worked at Paul Laurence Dunbar High School in Lexington as Head Athletic Trainer from 2015-16 and as Head Athletic Trainer at Westerville Central High School from 2008-15. Sutton received a Master of Science in Applied Exercise Science from Oklahoma State University in 2008 and a Bachelor of Science in Allied Medical Professions from The Ohio State University in 2006.
CHRISTA HENDLEY ASST. ATHLETIC TRAINER
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Transylvania partners with Lexington Clinic Sports Medicine Center to provide our student-athlete healthcare. Lexington Clinic orthopedic surgeons David Dome, Peter Hester, Ben Kibler and William Grantham serve as team doctors for the university and make weekly campus visits, eliminating the need to travel off-campus.
Nick Reuss begins his ninth year with the Transylvania sports medcine staff and his third as the Director of Sports Medicine for the 2019-20 season. Reuss joined the Transylvania sports medicine staff in 2011. He holds a Master of Science in recreation and sport sciences from Ohio University and a Bachelor of Science in athletic training from Ohio University. He is a member of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association and is certified by the Kinesio Taping Association as a Kinesio Taping Practitioner.
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The sports medicine staff is fully accredited by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification and the Commonwealth of Kentucky. The staff specializes in the prevention, assessment and rehabilitation of injuries to our student-athletes. Athletic trainers have been recognized by the American Medical Association as allied healthcare professionals since 1990.
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Sports Medicine
NICK REUSS DIRECTOR OF SPORTS MEDICINE
Christa Hendley joined the Transylvania Athletics Sports Medicine Staff as an Assistant Athletic Trainer in November 2017. Hendley carries over five years of experience in the athletic training realm to Transylvania. Prior to her time at Transy, Hendley served as the Head Athletic Trainer at the University of the Cumberlands from 2014 through 2017, overseeing men’s and women’s soccer, basketball, cheerleading, softball, track and field, and dance during her tenure at Cumberlands. Previous stints for Hendley include working at Lemak Sports Medicine and Orthopedics as a Head Athletic Trainer and at Chowan University.
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TRANSYLVANIA UNIVERSITY
LEXINGTON, KY
NCAA DIVISION III
Pioneers Coaching Staff
Katie Hastings Head Coach Katie Hastings begins her inaugural season as head coach of the Transylvania field hockey team for the 2019 season.
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Hastings joins the Pioneers from NCAA Division III Salisbury University in Salisbury, Maryland, where she spent the last two seasons as the assistant coach for the nationally-acclaimed pro-
“Katie brings great energy and enthusiasm which we believe will elevate our program to being a championship contender,” states Transylvania Assistant Athletic Director Jeff Chaney. “I am ecstatic and honored to be joining the staff at Transylvania University,” shares Hastings. “During my visit, I was immediately blown away by the beautiful campus, the kindness of everyone I met with, and the facilities.” Hastings brings a chiseled coaching philosophy rooted in leadership, culture, and cultivating a valuable student-athlete experience coupled with a coaching background which spans multiple winning programs in Division III field hockey. Over the past two seasons, Hastings has been part of a Salisbury coaching staff which has extended a championship tradition as a national power in 10
Division III field hockey. In Hastings’ most recent campaign with her alma mater, Salisbury produced a 17-3 record, culminating in the third round of the NCAA Tournament. During her two seasons as part of the Salisbury staff, the Sea Gulls delivered a 29-8 record with both seasons resulting in NCAA Tournament berths. Hastings’ role at Salisbury specialized in working with defensive players and goalies, translating into a top-10 national ranking for the Sea Gulls in goalsagainst average during the 2018 season. Salisbury produced 11 shutouts in 20 contests, ranking sixth in the country for shutouts. Before returning to Salisbury in a coaching capacity, Hastings spent the 2016 season with Division III Washington and Jefferson College in Washington, Pennsylvania as an assistant coach. Spearheading team operations and recruiting efforts, Hastings helped the Presidents achieve a 15-5 record during the 2016 season. Since 2014, Hastings has also held an association with the USA Field Hockey Futures Program as the Region 7 Assistant Coach and Site Director where she is a Level I and Level II certified coach. Hastings’ active coaching career follows a standout playing career at Salisbury which spanned from 2011 through 2014. Hastings was a team captain on the most recent Salisbury squad to appear in an NCAA National Championship game in 2013. Her playing credentials also include 2013 NFHCA All-Region Second Team recognition and an invitation into the 2013 NFHCA Senior Game. “I am looking forward to helping transform the field hockey program here at Transy and working towards winning a SAA conference championship,” adds Hastings. “As we work towards a unified ‘We over Me’ culture, I believe each player will thrive both on and off the field, in the classroom, and in the community.”
Pioneers Coaching Staff TRANSYLVANIA UNIVERSITY
Clara Bissell Assistant Coach
Bissell, who currently is in her second season with the Transylvania women’s lacrosse program, will also serve as the lead assistant coach for the Pioneers field hockey team ahead of the 2019 season.
“It’s so exciting to be joining Coach Hastings in continuing to build the culture and legacy of Transylvania field hockey,” added Bissell. “Our Pioneers are incredible students of character and athletic talent, and I can’t wait to get started with this program.” In her first season with the Transylvania women’s lacrosse team, Bissell helped elevate the Pioneers to their second consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance along with their second straight conference regular-season and tournament championships. Bissell will now aim to apply her coaching successes to the Pioneers’ field hockey team in the fall season along with her continuing duties as the assistant coach for the Transylvania women’s lacrosse program.
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“I am very excited to have Clara joining us for this season,” comments Hastings. “I’ve seen the success she’s helped contribute to the Transy women’s lacrosse team and I am confident her coaching experience and expertise will translate onto the field hockey pitch as well.”
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Clara Bissell enters her first season as assistant coach for the Transylvania field hockey team for the 2019 season.
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2019 Field Hockey Roster NO.
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Tori Coleman Midfield Emma Uhls Midfield Audrey Denham Midfield Lilly Kramer Forward Brianna McCulley Forward Molly Uhls Midfield Makenna Saward Midfield Kyndra Miller-Greene Defense Ellie Domato Defense Harper Zeitz Defense Sophia Sparks Midfield Emily Cannon Defense Sidney Varney Goalkeeper Abi Waldron Goalkeeper
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POS.
CLASS.
HOMETOWN/HIGH SCHOOL
Sr. Sr. Jr. Jr. Sr. So. Fr. So. Sr. Sr. Fr. So. So. Fr.
Dudley, Mass. / Shepherd Hill Louisville, Ky. / Presentation Louisville, Ky. / Presentation Crestwood, Ky. / Mercy Academy Milford, Ohio / Milford Louisville, Ky. / Presentation San Diego, Calif. / Scripps Ranch Chapel Hill, N.C. / East Chapel Hill Louisville, Ky. / Kentucky Country Day Louisville, Ky. / Eastern Louisville, Ky. / Kentucky Country Day Oakwood, Ohio / Oakwood Wilmington, Del. / Conrad School of the Sciences
Louisville, Ky. / Ballard
3 Emma Uhls Sr. / Midfield Louisville, Ky. / Presentation
7 Audrey Denham Jr. / Midfield Louisville, Ky. / Presentation
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2 Tori Coleman Sr. / Midfield Dudley, Mass. / Shepherd Hill
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10 Brianna McCulley Sr. / Forward Milford, Ohio / Milford
12 Molly Uhls So. / Midfield Louisville, Ky. / Presentation
13 Makenna Saward Fr. / Midfield San Diego, Calif. / Scripps Ranch
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8 Lilly Kramer Jr. / Forward Crestwood, Ky. / Mercy Academy
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14 Kyndra Miller-Greene So. / Defense Chapel Hill, N.C. / East Chapel Hill
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16 Harper Zeitz Sr. / Defense Louisville, Ky. / Eastern
15 Ellie Domato Sr. / Defense Louisville, Ky. / Kentucky Country Day
17 Sophia Sparks Fr. / Midfield Louisville, Ky. / Kentucky Country Day
18 Emily Cannon So. / Defense Oakwood, Ohio / Oakwood
30 Sidney Varney So. / Goalkeeper Wilmington, Del. / Conrad School of the Sciences
99 Abi Waldron Fr. / Goalkeeper Louisville, Ky. / Ballard
2019
TRANSYLVANIA FIELD HOCKEY SCHEDULE AUGUST Fri. 30
at Hood
6:30 PM
at Goucher Wooster Oberlin at Bridgewater at Roanoke Centre* at Rhodes * at Hendrix *
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Earlham at Sewanee *
12:00 PM 12:00 PM
SEPTEMBER Sun. 1 Sat. 7 Sun. 9 Sat. 21 Sun. 22 Sat. 28 Sat. 29 Sun. 30 OCTOBER Sun. 6 Sat. 12
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at Sewanee at Center * Randolph-Macon Rhodes*
11:00 AM 7:00 PM 12:00 PM 7:00 PM
NOVEMBER Sat. 2 Sun. 3 Fri. 8 Sat. 9 Sun. 10
vs. Converse 10:00 AM at Concordia Wisconsin 12:00 PM SAA Quarterfinals TBA SAA Semifinals TBA SAA Championship TBA