The Burlington Free Press' 2025 all‑state and divisional selections have turned the spotlight on a new generation of Vermont field hockey talent. While the state's top midfielders were recognized for their 2025 campaigns, the list also serves as a preview of who will shape the 2026 preseason and beyond.
Key Honorees and Their 2025 Impact
Violet Clough of Rice captured the Free Press' field hockey player of the year honor after a dominant season that combined leadership with consistent scoring. Addison Coleman from U‑32 earned a first‑team Capital Division nod after tallying six goals and seven assists, while Hannah Drury secured a second‑team all‑state spot with nine goals and twelve assists.
Grace Landerman of South Burlington and Sonya Mancauskas from Montpelier also made the second‑team all‑state list, with Mancauskas adding a memorable performance in the Division III championship game. Rowan Beeman of Mount Mansfield earned a second‑team Metro Division selection, and Fiona Corbett from Burr and Burton received first‑team SVL 'A' honors.
Other notable recognitions included Kendall Fagnant of Champlain Valley, Clare Hamilton and Tilda Jatlow‑Carter of Rice, all placed on the Metro Division coaches' second team. Rylee Pelletier of Spaulding contributed five goals and four assists as a forward, landing on the Capital Division coaches' second team, while Peyton Tucker from Missisquoi was an honorable mention who is expected to be a key player next year. Penny Webster of Champlain Valley rounded out the Metro second‑team selections.
The collective accolades underscore a deep pool of midfield talent that will anchor Vermont's prospects for the 2026 season. Coaches and analysts alike point to the blend of experience and emerging skill sets as a foundation for continued growth, suggesting that the state's field hockey programs are poised for heightened competition in the coming year.