STANDISH, Maine – Head Coach Rupert Lewis, who is about to begin his 19th season at the helm, has announced the field hockey recruiting class of 2027.
Last year the Monks posted an 11-9 overall record with an 8-3 mark in conference play. As the #3 seed in the GNAC Tournament, St. Joe's hosted #6 Lasell University in quarterfinal action on October 29th and suffered a season-ending 2-1 loss in double overtime at the SJC Athletics Complex.
"Size doesn't define strength, and youth doesn't limit potential," adds Coach Lewis. "As we step on to the field this fall, we embrace the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead, and I believe the incoming players have the ability to rise to the occasion and help us reach our goals this fall.
The Monks kick off the 2023 campaign with a non-conference game at Husson University on Friday, September 1st at 7:00 PM. The team's 2023 home-opener versus GNAC rival University of Saint Joseph is set for Saturday, September 9th at 11:00 AM.
FIELD HOCKEY CLASS OF 2027:
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Haley Brooks Why Saint Joseph's? I chose St. Joe's because I'll have the opportunity to play field hockey. I love the campus and being so close to the lake. St. Joe's psychology program interested me and the staff was super supportive when I sent in my transfer application. High School: Played field hockey and ice hockey for four years, and lacrosse for three at Kingswood Regional High School…received the Most Improved Award in 2020 and Athlete Scholar award in 2022…was listed on the honor roll. Community Service: Volunteered with coaching elementary aged kids for both field and ice hockey as well as Special Surfer's. Personal: Haley Jade Brooks, daughter of Carlyle Brooks and Sheena O'Rourke…sister to Shealyn Brooks. |
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Emma Casale Why Saint Joseph's? I chose Saint Joseph's College because of the field hockey and Medical Biology Programs. I wanted to continue playing field hockey, while also pursuing Medical Biology and Saint Joseph's College allowed me to do both. High School: Played field hockey for four years and tennis for two at Windham High School…received Field Hockey All-Academic Team and the Maine Field Hockey Association Academic All-State Award during the 2022-23 field hockey season…was Runner-Up for the 2022-23 Class A South Regional Championship…played club for Maine Styx for three years…was on the National Honors Society, French Honors Society, and listed on high honor roll. Community Service: Coached youth field hockey athletes for four years, was apart of Key Club and NHS. Personal: Emma Danielle Casale, daughter of Karen and Daniel Casale…sister to Hannah and Matthew Casale. |
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Richelle Girard Why Saint Joseph's? I attended St. Joe's not only because of the sports but the community and campus as well. High School: Competed in field hockey and cheerleading all four years, played softball for three years and track for one at Stevens High School…was Honorable Mention in the 22-23 field hockey season…during that season the team advanced to the final four…was a top scorer with 10 goals…played club for Seacoast United Field Hockey…was on the National Technical Honors Society. Community Service: Acquired 78 hours of community service. Personal: Richelle Ren Girard, daughter of Brandi and Todd Girard…sister to Anissa and Garret Girard. |
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Isabella Littler Why Saint Joseph's? I decided to attend Saint Joseph's because the nursing program was a perfect fit for me and the campus is just so beautiful! High School: Played field hockey and basketball for four years and softball for three at Winthrop High School…earned Second Team MVC All-Star and 2022 Second Team MVC All-Star for field hockey in 2021 and First Team Centerfielder MVC All-Star in softball in 2021…was the 2019 Regional Champs, 2021 Regional Champs, 2021 State Champs, 2022 Regional Champs, 2022 State Champs in field hockey. Community Service: Volunteered for youth field hockey and basketball, Day of Caring, and Annual Golf Tournament. Personal: Isabella Jayden Littler, daughter of Rachael and Shawn Littler…sister to Korbin Littler. |
