Preseason Poll Dominance
The Hoyas entered the new campaign as the clear favorite in the BIG EAST East Division, capturing 66 points and 11 first‑place votes in the coaches’ preseason poll. The tally not only underscores the team’s recent success — a regular‑season championship, a conference title and a run to the NCAA quarterfinals — but also sets a high bar for the players who will wear the blue and gray.
Individual recognition followed the team’s lofty standing. Junior captain Tate Lampman was named Preseason Defensive Player of the Year and earned a spot on the Preseason All‑BIG EAST squad. Senior forward Mitchell Baker received the Offensive Player of the Year award and was selected unanimously for the All‑BIG EAST team, reflecting his expected impact on the attack.
Baker’s résumé adds intrigue to the preseason buzz. After a breakout season that saw him named a MAC Hermann Trophy semifinalist, a second‑team All‑American and a first‑team All‑BIG EAST pick, he was called up to the Indonesian Men’s National Team, where he scored a hat trick in his debut at the ASEAN Hyundai Cup. His four‑goal performance in that tournament highlighted his growing reputation on the international stage.
Defensive stability remains a cornerstone for Georgetown. Lampman, who started all 13 games he appeared in before missing nine due to injury, contributed two goals and two assists while being named the most outstanding defensive player on the BIG EAST All‑Tournament team. He also earned the 2024 BIG EAST Freshman of the Year honor, a testament to his rapid development.
A Rejuvenated Attack
Matthew Van Horn, a third‑team All‑BIG EAST selection last season, returns after starting 10 of 17 games and posting two goals with six assists. His playmaking ability and experience provide a vital complement to Baker’s scoring prowess, giving the Hoyas a balanced offensive threat heading into the first matches.
The preseason accolades arrive as the program looks to build on a successful previous year that included a conference championship and a deep NCAA run. With a core group of award‑winning players and a strong recruiting class, Georgetown aims to translate early poll momentum into a championship‑contending season.