The Patriot League unveiled its weekly field hockey awards on September 7, 2026, recognizing outstanding contributions from student‑athletes across its member institutions. The honors, selected by league head coaches who refrain from voting for their own players, highlight the early momentum that has already defined the 2026 season.
Award Winners and Standout Performances
Bucknell University’s Bella Notaro captured the Forward of the Week distinction after generating five points in two victories, including two goals and an assist. Her offensive surge helped the Bison improve to a perfect 4‑0 record, with wins over Cornell (3‑1) and Quinnipiac (2‑1).
Holy Cross’s Marianna Maclean was honored as both Midfielder and Rookie of the Week. The freshman contributed eight points—two goals and four assists—during a pair of triumphs that lifted the Crusaders to a 3‑1 standing. Her all‑around play underscored Holy Cross’s momentum after edging Northeastern (3‑2) and shutting out Merrimack (3‑0).
Lafayette’s Lena Thedrian earned Defender of the Week honors after a hat‑trick that propelled the Leopards to a 4‑3 win over Temple on Friday. The three goals, combined with her solid defensive work, highlighted a performance that also saw Lafayette improve to a 2‑1 record.
In goal, Bucknell’s Sarah Althouse was named Goalkeeper of the Week. Her .857 save percentage and 1.0 goals‑against average over two games reflected a disciplined defensive effort that complemented the Bison’s unbeaten start.
Additional recognitions included an Honorable Mention for Sophie Willemse of American University, who recorded a goal and an assist in a 2‑1 victory over Appalachian State, and Morgan Willis of Colgate, whose four goals in two contests placed him atop the league’s scoring chart with six goals and 14 points total. The weekly awards are determined solely by league head coaches, who are prohibited from voting for their own student‑athletes.
Current League Standings
The updated Patriot League field hockey standings as of September 7 show Bucknell leading the pack at 4‑0, while Colgate and Holy Cross are tied at 3‑1. Lafayette sits at 2‑1, and the remaining conference members continue to jockey for position early in the schedule.