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The Mountaineers, led by standout Chloe Hook and veteran Sophia Baxter, prepare for a demanding stretch that includes a top‑ranked Wake Forest showdown and a historic series test.
The Mountaineers’ 2-0 win over Davidson marked their first road victory of the season, highlighted by Hook’s decisive goal and Anderson’s six‑save 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 National Field Hockey Coaches Association has released its 2026 Division I Preseason Watchlist, featuring 14 standout student‑athletes from the MAC. UMass leads with six selections, while several other schools contribute multiple players.
Georgetown University's field hockey team opens the 2026 season with road games in North Carolina against Davidson and Appalachian State, featuring a roster that returns eight of its top ten scorers and senior goalkeeper Ella Fahey, while rivals face roster turnover and new storylines.
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.
Coach Emily Dinsmore’s new deal, approved by Chancellor Heather Norris and the Board of Trustees, secures the program’s momentum as it celebrates record rankings, consecutive regular‑season titles and a 3.61 cumulative GPA.