
Appalachian State Field Hockey Falls 2-1 in Season Opener
The Mountaineers' inaugural loss saw Hook net the only goal while Anderson made six saves, but American's late penalty corner secured the win.
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The Mountaineers' inaugural loss saw Hook net the only goal while Anderson made six saves, but American's late penalty corner secured the win.

The Mountaineers’ perfect start ends with a 2-1 defeat in the capital, setting the stage for a September 9 showdown with Queens University of Charlotte.

The Eagles earned their inaugural win of the season, highlighted by Kockx’s debut goal and Willemse’s first tally, while facing a challenging schedule ahead.

The Mountaineers' first game of the season ended in a 2-1 loss, highlighted by Chloe Hook's third goal in three games and a strong performance from goalkeeper Dakota Anderson, with a three-game homestand against Queens on the horizon.

The Mountaineers edged Towson 1‑0 in overtime, with Dakota Anderson posting a career‑high shutout and Sarah Callery delivering the game‑winning goal.

Appalachian State field hockey opened the season with a 1‑0 win over Towson, highlighted by Sarah Callery’s overtime goal assisted by Kassie Paul and Dakota Anderson’s first‑career shutout.

The 2026 MAC field hockey season begins on September 18, with early matchups, returning stars and new coaches setting the stage for a competitive tournament in Oxford, Ohio.

The Mountaineers finished 14‑6, secured a MAC Tournament berth and a contract extension for head coach Emily Dinsmore, while preparing for a demanding slate of top‑ranked opponents.

The Appalachian State Mountaineers opened their 2026 field hockey campaign in Boone, N.C., defeating Towson and Georgetown while introducing key newcomers and looking to extend their historic rise in the national rankings.