The Colonial Athletic Association unveiled its weekly field hockey awards for the week concluding on August 31, 2026, recognizing the conference’s most impactful performances.
Weekly Honors Spotlight
Kylie Corcoran of Fairfield captured Offensive Player of the Week after delivering a goal and an assist in a 4‑0 triumph over Holy Cross, opening the scoring and later converting a penalty corner.
Defensive standout Halle Geiger from Drexel was honored as Defensive Player of the Week, finishing the week with an 1‑1 record, a 1.71 goals‑against average and a .786 save percentage, including 11 saves — five against Maryland and six in a shutout over James Madison.
Rookie Impact
Freshman Malena Bertone of Hofstra earned Rookie of the Week after scoring both goals in a 2‑1 victory against Rider, marking her first two collegiate strikes and registering six shots on target.
Together, the awardees underscore the competitive balance within the CAA, as each player’s contribution helped propel their squads forward and set an early benchmark for the season.