The 2026 Ohio high school field hockey season is poised to be another chapter in a remarkable run for Columbus-area programs, as Thomas Worthington seeks its fifth consecutive state championship.
A dynasty built on depth
Central Ohio has dominated the sport for over a decade, capturing 11 straight titles and frequently staging finals between local schools. The Cardinals’ roster blends seasoned veterans with emerging talent, featuring returning all‑state defenders and dynamic attackers who have already drawn college commitments.
Among the standouts is Sloane Bunker of Upper Arlington, a second‑team all‑state selection who will anchor a defense that allowed just 18 goals last year, while Delaney Casey contributed 65 steals as a freshman.
In goal, Mae Conroy has started every game for three seasons and earned all‑state honors, providing stability between the posts.
Offensive firepower comes from Avery Garrett of Olentangy Liberty, who led the Patriots with 17 goals and nine assists and captured a Junior Olympic gold medal, and Caroline Overmyer of Upper Arlington, who netted 15 goals with five assists and five game‑winning strikes.
Sophomore Camryn Spears burst onto the scene for Thomas Worthington, recording nine goals, 28 assists and 82 steals in her debut, while Kennedy Turner was named the Patriots’ MVP with 21 goals and nine assists.
Rising stars and seasoned leaders
Other notable contributors include Logan Snyder of New Albany, who helped the Eagles to a regional runner‑up finish, and Grace Walker of Watterson, a Lynchburg commit who was voted the team’s best player despite a injury‑shortened campaign. Sophomore attackers like Camryn Spears and junior forwards such as Kennedy Turner are poised to lead teams like Olentangy Liberty and Thomas Worthington toward championship contention.
With a deep pool of talent across the region, coaches expect the upcoming season to be fiercely competitive, and the state title race may once again hinge on performances from these rising stars.
What’s next for the contenders
As the teams gear up for the 2026 schedule, the blend of experience and youthful vigor promises to keep the championship chase wide open, with every matchup carrying added weight for the programs vying to etch their names into Ohio’s hockey history.