Head Coach: Jane Brennan
Assistant Coaches:
Kim DeFazio
Anne Ruiz
Sport: Field Hockey
Team Name: Salisbury Falcons
League: Colonial
2024 Record: 18-5 including post season
Key Players Lost:
Lauren Kushma- Center Midfielder, led our team in goals
Maya Afif- Center Forward, strong goal scorer in front of the cage
Key Returning Players:
Gwyn DeFazio, Senior, 5’5″, Midfielder/Forward, 22 goals, 19 assists
Gwyn is a leader on offense and defense. Her smart decisions on the field gives our team scoring opportunities. Committed to Kutztown University for field hockey.
Kendra Morgan, Senior, 5’8″, Forward,
Kendra’s athleticism and speed make her a threat on the forward line. She’s aggressive and a key member of our offense.
Sarah Beckage, Senior, 5’5″, Forward,
Sarah is a scrappy offensive player who has a knack for scoring around the cage.
Meredith Kelley, Senior, 5′ 9″, Center Back, started all 17 games last season
Meredith’s communication skills and hustle on the field will solidify our defense.
Caroline Gedney, Senior, 5’7” Goalie, 12 Shutouts
Caroline is a team leader on and off the field who made some gigantic saves last season.
Ellie Schneider, Junior, 5’7” Midfielder,
Ellie helps control the midfield, is a great defender in the circle, and sets up teammates for scoring opportunities. High field hockey IQ
Katie Carbone, Junior, 5’4” Midfielder
Katie is tough and athletic and does a wonderful job of pushing the ball forward on the field.
Ella Morgans, Sophomore, 5’4” Midfield/Defense
Ella is a great utility player with great speed. She is excellent in eliminating a defender and sending a solid pass.
Key Newcomers:
Ryley Shoemaker, Sophomore, 5’4” Midfield/Defense
Upcoming midfielder who is looking to have a strong sophomore season.
Anna Grubb, Sophomore, 5’5” Forward
Upcoming forward who is looking to have a strong sophomore season.
2025 Outlook: Last year we accomplished our goal of making it to leagues and districts. In fact, we exceeded our goals by making it to the championship games of both leagues and districts. Our strength is our cohesiveness which was accomplished by years of playing together.
Our question is how will the team step up to fill the spots of the 2 seniors who graduated?
