NFHCA News
Shining a Light on Dedication: Honoring the Impact of Mimi Smith’s Service
By Laurie Temple, NFHCA Digital Communications SpecialistManahawkin, NJ - In celebration of National Volunteer Month this April, we're highlighting some of our dedicated members. Our first spotlight shines on Mimi Smith, the varsity field hockey coach at Garrison...
NFHCA Launches “Stay in the Game” Initiative to Empower Field Hockey Players Beyond School Years
MANAHAWKIN, NJ — The National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA) is excited to announce the launch of its new initiative, "Stay in the Game," aimed at supporting field hockey players in extending their involvement in the sport beyond high school or college....
Spotlight on Service: Honoring Brandi Kist’s Dedication
By Laurie Temple, NFHCA Digital Communications SpecialistIn our Member Spotlight on Service, we extend our gratitude to Brandi Kist, whose unwavering dedication to the field hockey community shines brightly. Over the past eight seasons, she has served as the head...
Insights from Redwood Grant: Baumgardner and Clark Reflect on Transformative Year
MANAHAWKIN, NJ — One year after being awarded the Redwood Grant, we caught up with the 2023 Redwood Grant recipients Danielle Baumgardner and Katie Clark to reflect on the personal impact of receiving the grant and to highlight the positive effects it has had on...
Strohm named NFHCA February Club Player of the Month
MANAHAWKIN, NJ — Chase Strohm, a first-year midfielder hailing from Alley Cats in Palmyra, Pennsylvania, has earned the prestigious title of NFHCA February Club Player of the Month. In her role as captain, Strohm led her team to victories in 12 out of 14 February...
NFHCA Recognizes Excellence: Proudly Announces 2023 NFHCA High School National Academic Squad
Photo credit: Manhasset Secondary School MANAHAWKIN, NJ — We are proud to acknowledge over 2800 high school student-athletes - hailing from over 300 different high schools - for their outstanding academic achievements, earning a place on the 2023 NFHCA High School...
NFHCA names Kean University’s Jenna Flemings 2023 Division III National Scholar-Athlete
Photo credit: Sydney Smith, Kean UniversityMANAHAWKIN, NJ — Jenna Flemings, a fifth-year goalkeeper at Kean University, has been honored as this year’s NFHCA Division III National Scholar-Athlete. The distinction is bestowed annually upon the Division III All-American...
NFHCA names Kutztown University’s Gatehouse 2023 Division II National Scholar-Athlete
Photo credit: Kutztown University Sports InformationMANAHAWKIN, NJ — Kutztown University senior defender Sarah Gatehouse has been named this year's NFHCA Division II National Scholar-Athlete. This is the second year in a row she has been bestowed this prestigious...
NFHCA names Duke University’s McVeigh 2023 Division I National Scholar-Athlete
Photo Credit: Duke UniversityMANAHAWKIN, NJ — Alaina McVeigh, a sophomore midfielder/forward from Duke University, has been named this year’s NFHCA Division I National Scholar-Athlete. The NFHCA National Scholar-Athlete honor is presented annually to the Division I...
NFHCA announces 2024 Board of Directors election results
Photo credit: Bates College and Northwestern UniversityMANAHAWKIN, NJ — As a result of the most recent National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA) elections, the NFHCA Executive Director and Nominating Committee Chair have confirmed that Dani Kogut and Georgia...