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Fresh Faces, Big Performances and Continued College Success
Freshman scoring, championship experience, defensive contributions, and conference contenders highlight another week of accomplishments for Lebanon County’s college field hockey alumni.
As Lebanon County’s high school field hockey teams prepare for the postseason, former local players are continuing to make their presence felt across the collegiate ranks.
From freshmen producing immediate results to experienced veterans helping guide their programs through conference competition, the 2026 season continues to offer plenty of reasons for local fans to follow along.
Last week’s LebCoSports alumni check-in highlighted several impressive performances. Another week has brought more goals, important contributions, and an opportunity to recognize additional graduates competing at the next level.
With over thirty Lebanon County graduates currently on college field hockey rosters, here is our latest look at some of the local alumni making an impact.
Weiler Strikes Twice as Messiah Continues Conference Surge
The transition from ELCO to Messiah University continues to be a productive one for Addie Weiler, who delivered another impressive performance Wednesday afternoon.
The freshman forward scored twice in Messiah’s 4-0 victory over Alvernia on October 14, helping the Falcons secure their fourth consecutive victory and remain unbeaten in MAC Commonwealth play.
Weiler’s two-goal performance brought her season totals to eight goals and one assist for 17 points, making her Messiah’s leading scorer.
The former Raider has also recorded two game-winning goals and established herself as a regular starter despite being only a few months removed from her final high school season.
Messiah entered conference competition following a challenging nonconference schedule that included several nationally competitive opponents. The Falcons have since found their rhythm, improving to 7-5 overall and 4-0 in the MAC Commonwealth.
For Weiler, her ability to deliver against collegiate competition has made her one of Lebanon County’s most productive first-year college athletes this fall.
View Messiah’s 2026 statistics
Hibshman Building on Championship Success at Stevenson
Few Lebanon County graduates entered the 2026 collegiate season with more momentum than Kailen Hibshman, the former ELCO Raider now competing at Stevenson University.
After producing 10 goals and six assists during her freshman campaign in 2025, Hibshman helped the Mustangs capture the MAC Commonwealth championship and advance to the NCAA Division III Tournament for the first time in program history.
The sophomore has continued making an impact this fall, recording two goals and three assists for seven points through 12 starts. She has also taken 30 shots and contributed a game-winning goal.
One of her most impressive performances came September 30 against St. Mary’s College of Maryland, when Hibshman assisted on all three Stevenson goals during a shutout victory that moved the Mustangs to 9-0 at the time.
Hibshman brought an impressive résumé to the college level. During her time at ELCO, she established school career records with 76 goals, 58 assists, and 207 points.
Now in her second collegiate season, she continues to demonstrate the offensive creativity and scoring ability that made her such a productive player in the Lancaster-Lebanon League.
View Stevenson’s field hockey statistics
Russell Contributing During Senior Campaign at Richmond
For Avery Russell, the journey from Palmyra to the University of Richmond has included championship memories, injury challenges, and the opportunity to compete at the Division I level.
Now a senior forward/midfielder for the Spiders, the 5-foot-6 Russell has appeared in 12 contests this season, recording one goal.
She found the cage in Richmond’s 5-2 victory over William & Mary on September 20, helping the Spiders continue a successful opening stretch of the campaign.
Russell also contributed to Richmond’s October 2 victory over La Salle, applying sideline pressure that helped force a turnover and set up a goal during the Spiders’ 8-1 win.
Her senior season has followed a difficult 2025 campaign in which a broken thumb interrupted her playing time.
Before heading to Richmond, Russell was part of Palmyra’s 2020 PIAA Class 2A championship team, giving her experience competing for championships at both the scholastic and collegiate levels.
Richmond entered the weekend with a strong 8-5 record following a narrow 3-2 overtime loss to Delaware on October 16.
View Russell’s Richmond profile
Zwally and Whitmoyer Making Their Mark at Lancaster Bible
Two former ELCO teammates are continuing their field hockey careers together at Lancaster Bible College, where Ayla Zwally and Hailey Whitmoyer have established themselves as regular starters.
Zwally, a sophomore, has started all 12 games reflected in the Chargers’ available season statistics, recording two goals and one assist for five points.
She has also contributed a game-winning goal and a defensive save, demonstrating her ability to make an impact in multiple areas of the field.
Whitmoyer, now a junior, has likewise started all 12 contests. Her contributions have been particularly important defensively, where she has accumulated two defensive saves while logging 706 minutes of playing time.
For Whitmoyer, those minutes and defensive contributions illustrate the importance of experienced players who help organize the field and limit scoring opportunities, even when their performances do not always attract the attention given to goalscorers.
Together, Zwally and Whitmoyer provide Lancaster Bible with two Lebanon County graduates capable of contributing in different ways.
View Lancaster Bible’s 2026 statistics
Bean Providing Offense and Defense for Millersville
At Millersville University, former Palmyra Cougar Peyton Bean has developed into one of the Marauders’ most consistent contributors.
The junior defender has started all 12 games this season, producing three goals and one assist for seven points while also recording a defensive save.
Bean has also scored a game-winning goal, highlighting her ability to contribute on both ends of the field.
Among her earlier highlights was a goal in Millersville’s 3-1 victory over Pace on September 9.
Although Millersville has faced challenges during its Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference schedule, entering the latest reporting window with a 3-9 record, Bean’s individual production has remained noteworthy.
Her seven points place her among the team’s leading scorers, an especially valuable contribution from a player whose primary responsibilities include defense.
View Millersville’s 2026 statistics
Margut Earning Starts and Academic Recognition at DeSales
Sierra Margut has continued building her collegiate field hockey experience at DeSales University after graduating from Cedar Crest.
The junior has been part of the Bulldogs’ starting lineup during recent contests, including their October 14 matchup against Delaware Valley.
Margut recorded two shots, including one on goal, during DeSales’ 4-0 victory.
She also started the Bulldogs’ October 3 contest against FDU-Florham, demonstrating her continued involvement as DeSales moves through its MAC Freedom schedule.
Beyond her on-field contributions, Margut has distinguished herself academically.
She earned National Field Hockey Coaches Association Scholar of Distinction recognition in both 2024 and 2025 and has also received MAC Academic Honor Roll recognition.
Those accomplishments highlight the balance Margut has maintained between competing at the college level and pursuing success in the classroom.
View DeSales field hockey
Blauch Adds Another Goal for Misericordia
After a productive September stretch, former Palmyra player Madison Blauch continued contributing offensively for Misericordia University.
The junior midfielder/forward opened the scoring against Stevens on October 14, finding the cage just over 10 minutes into the contest.
Misericordia ultimately fell 2-1 in overtime, dropping to 6-5 overall and 2-1 in MAC Freedom play.
Blauch’s latest goal adds to a season that has included five goals across three consecutive September victories, highlighted by two-goal performances against Kean and Gwynedd Mercy.
Her continued scoring ability remains an important component of the Cougars’ offensive attack.
Read Misericordia’s October 14 recap
Bowers Helping Monmouth Compete for Conference Honors
At Monmouth University, Keely Bowers is part of a Division I program enjoying a strong 2026 campaign.
The Palmyra graduate has appeared in all 12 games reflected in the Hawks’ available statistics, recording a goal and an assist for three points.
Bowers opened the season by finding the cage against California and later contributed an assist against Delaware.
Monmouth has been particularly effective offensively, scoring 43 goals through its first 12 games while compiling a 9-3 overall record and opening Coastal Athletic Association competition at 4-0.
The junior’s participation in that successful stretch adds another example of Lebanon County talent competing at a high level.
View Monmouth’s 2026 statistics
Additional Alumni Continuing to Contribute
Several athletes featured in last week’s check-in remain active contributors to their respective college programs.
At Boston University, Palmyra graduate Maddie Hudson has recorded four goals and three assists for 11 points. Her return following multiple injury-interrupted seasons continues to provide a compelling storyline for the Terriers, who have posted a 3-1 Patriot League record.
Fellow Palmyra graduate Jovie Weaver has continued her freshman campaign at Syracuse, scoring four goals through 11 appearances, including two game-winners.
Meanwhile, Lebanon Valley College features several county graduates in regular roles. Annville-Cleona alum Danika Setlock has contributed three assists and two defensive saves, while fellow Dutchman Maggie McAteer, also from Annville-Cleona, has recorded a goal and an assist.
Cedar Crest graduate Reese Arnold has remained a regular starter on Lebanon Valley’s defensive unit, giving the Dutchmen another experienced local presence.
Those contributions demonstrate how Lebanon County graduates continue to find opportunities at every NCAA level, from major Division I conferences to the region’s Division II and III programs.
Lebanon County’s Collegiate Connections Continue
With conference tournaments approaching, Lebanon County’s college field hockey players have plenty left to compete for during the final weeks of October.
Some are helping programs contend for championships, while others are developing into dependable starters and building experience that will carry into future seasons.
From Palmyra and ELCO to Cedar Crest and Annville-Cleona, the county’s collegiate representation continues to reflect the opportunities available to local athletes willing to pursue the game beyond high school.
Their paths may have taken them to different campuses, conferences, and divisions, but their accomplishments remain connected to the local fields where their journeys began.
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