Source: Mansfield University Athletics
Source: Mansfield University Athletics
Mansfield University Athletics issued the following announcement on Aug. 12.
Reigning Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) Coach of the Year Brittany Hansrote announced the addition of eight athletes to the Mansfield University field hockey program.
The class, made up of one goalie, three forwards, two midfielders and three defenders, features seven freshmen and a transfer athlete from Pennsylvania and New York.
"We are looking forward to welcoming the freshmen class to campus this weekend," Hansrote said. "They are going to be a nice complement to our returning squad. With a larger roster this year, they will add much needed depth to our team. We have some key strong returners who will be instrumental in aiding their transition to meet our core values, goals, and expectations as a program. We are excited to finally get started and be back together again."
The Mounties, who had their 2020 season cancelled due to COVID-19, return nine veterans and 11 rookies from last seasons recruiting class.
In 2019, the Mountaineers finished 12-7 overall with a 6-4 PSAC record, marking the programs most wins in over a decade and a berth in the Conference Championship tournament.
Mansfield is set to open the season on Sept. 4 and 5 when they host the Dr. Art DeGenaro Field Hockey Classic at Karl Van Norman Field. The Classic features – Kutztown, Southern Connecticut, St. Michaels College and the Mounties. Mansfield takes on St. Michael's at 11 a.m. on Sept. 4 before closing the weekend by hosting Southern Connecticut at 2 p.m. on Sept. 6.
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