NFHCA Blog
Member Spotlight: Regan Marscher – Leading by Example in the Scholastic Space
By Laurie Temple, NFHCA Digital Communications SpecialistManahawkin, NJ - For over two decades, Regan Marscher has been a dedicated mentor, coach, and advocate for young athletes. Since taking the helm as the Head Field Hockey Coach at Conestoga High School in 2019,...
Member Spotlight: Annie Fowler – Creating a Space to Stay in the Game
By Laurie Temple, NFHCA Digital Communications SpecialistManahawkin, NJ - The National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA) is pleased to recognize the outstanding contributions of Annie Fowler, Head Coach at Vassar College, NFHCA Board Member, and the driving...
Celebrating a Legacy: TCNJ’s Sharon Pfluger and Her Impact on Field Hockey
By Laurie Temple, NFHCA Digital Communications SpecialistManahawkin, NJ - Sharon Pfluger is a name that resonates profoundly within Division III field hockey. Currently in her 39th season as the head coach at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ), Pfluger’s career has...
Villanova University, North Penn High School Pace NFHCA’s Play4The Cure Efforts
MANAHAWKIN, NJ - Field hockey teams across the nation are stepping up to the plate, not just for the love of the game, but to make an impact in the fight against cancer. Two examples of this spirit are Villanova University and North Penn High School, both of which...
Celebrating Umpire Appreciation Week: Spotlight on Allie Mikelson
By Laurie Temple, NFHCA Digital Communications SpecialistManahawkin, NJ - As we celebrate NFHCA's Umpire Appreciation Week, we shine a light on dedicated officials who enhance the game of field hockey. Meet Allie Mikelson, an accomplished umpire whose journey through...
Meredith Spencer-Blaetz: Juggling Head Coaching and NFHCA Volunteerism with Passion and Purpose
By Laurie Temple, NFHCA Digital Communications SpecialistManahawkin, NJ - Meredith Spencer-Blaetz has made a significant mark on the Stevens Institute of Technology's field hockey program since being named head coach in April 2016. As she enters her eighth season,...
Judy DeFrancisci’s Umpiring Journey at the Jersey Shore
Umpire Judy DeFrancisci (left) goes over the rules with the scorers table prior to a recent game. By Laurie Temple, NFHCA Digital Communications SpecialistManahawkin, NJ - When the umpires step out of the parking lot and summon the team captains, one stands out above...
Giving Back to Grow the Game: Stef Fee’s Journey Through NFHCA Volunteering
By Laurie Temple, NFHCA Digital Communications SpecialistManahawkin, NJ - Stef Fee, an Olympian and standout player for Duke University, has transitioned from an elite athlete to an advocate and educator for field hockey, using her platform and expertise to give back...
The Collegiate Coaching Carousel: Fresh Faces and New Directions
Pictured: Jenny Carr, Head Coach, Fairleigh Dickinson University By Laurie Temple, NFHCA Digital Communications SpecialistMANAHAWKIN, NJ - As the 2024 field hockey season approaches, the collegiate coaching landscape has experienced notable shifts, with the NFHCA...
NFHCA and Zag Sports Tours Join Forces for the Olympic Experience of a Lifetime
By Laurie Temple, NFHCA Digital Communications SpecialistManahawkin, NJ - From July 24 to July 31, a group of 28 high school and college member coaches from the National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA) embarked on the Zag Olympic Tour, an unforgettable...
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