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Boston University’s field hockey program celebrated a sweep of weekly Patriot League honors, with sophomore forward Lucy Johnson named Forward of the Week, senior defender Alex Purcell earning Defender of the Week, and freshman Jenna Park taking Rookie of the Week.
The Patriot League unveiled its first weekly field hockey awards for the 2026 season, spotlighting standout performances from Boston University, American University, and other member institutions.
After a 7‑2 victory over Merrimack to start the 2026 campaign, BU prepares for its first away test against Providence College on August 30, a matchup steeped in history and featuring several standout players.
Boston University's field hockey team defeated Merrimack 7-2 in its season opener at New Balance Field, marking the first win for head coach Sarah Shute and highlighting multiple offensive contributors.