HAMILTON, N.Y.— Colgate Field Hockey head coach
April Cornell-DeAngelis has announced the addition of 11 student-athletes that will be joining the team in the fall of 2022.
"This is an exciting day for Colgate field hockey as we announce the incoming class of 2026. We're super eager to have this wonderful class of student-athletes join us this fall as they continue to help this program evolve.
This is a very ambitious group of young women who have a strong desire to positively impact our program and the Colgate community. They will be joining a very talented and established group of returners and we are thrilled to welcome them to the Colgate family," Cornell-DeAngelis said.
The members of the class of 2026 are listed below in alphabetical order.
Tyler Argilagos
Forward/Midfield
Rumson, N.J.
Before Colgate
Played four years of varsity field hockey at Rumson-Fair Haven High School…scored 47 goals and 32 assists during high school career…served as team captain during senior season…helped lead the Bulldogs to three straight Shore Conference Championships and State Sectional Championships (2018-2020)...two-time All-Shore Conference First Team selection (2020, 2021).. named All-Shore Conference Second Team (2019)... also earned All Division Team Class A Central (2020, 2021) and All Group 2 First Team (2021)...also played club field hockey with Jersey Intensity Field Hockey and won 2019 U19 National Indoor Tournament Pool…Member of the Spanish Honor Society and Science Honor Society.
Personal
Born: Tyler Bridget Argilagos in New York, N.Y.
Family: Daughter of Mary and Frank Argilagos… has one brother Frank
On Choosing Colgate
"The first time I visited the campus I immediately knew that I wanted to attend Colgate. The coaching staff and players created an environment of comfort at clinics that I wanted to be a part of."
Tori Brosie
Midfield
New Vernon, N.J.
Before Colgate
Four-year member of the varsity team at Madison High School…was team captain during senior season…two-time team MVP (2020, 2021)...Helped Dodgers win Morris County Championship in 2018 and 2019…Team made it to the New Jersey Section 2 semifinals twice (2020, 2021)...named First Team All-County and First Team All-State during 2020 season…was listed as a top player to watch in 2021 by NJ.com…named All-Conference Team B in 2019…also played for New Heights Field Hockey Club….won National Indoor Tournament in 2020 and 2021…was a member of the top-ranked U16 team in the country in 2019…Served as team captain (2019, 2021)...honor roll student in the classroom.
Personal
Born: Victoria Nanette Brosie in Summit, N.J.
Family: Daughter of Nanette Di Tosto and Dean Brosie…has two sisters Bella and Ally and one brother Drew.
On Choosing Colgate
"Colgate was my number one choice because of its excellent academics, reputation, tight-knit community, and competitive field hockey program which supports a team culture."
Katie Convey
Forward
Plymouth Meeting, Pa.
Before Colgate
Played three years of varsity field hockey at Mount Saint Joseph Academy… served as team captain during senior year and had 16 goals and four assists…two-time AACA All Star (2020-21)..Tabbed All-Area Honorable Mention and won Golden Stick Award (2021)...named most improved player and PA Prep Live Honorable mention (2020)...two-time PHSFHCA Team and Individual GPA Award recipient (2020-21)...helped team qualify for state tournament in 2019…played club for WC Eagles and qualified for U19 National Indoor Tournament (2021)...Member of National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, and Community Service Corps.
Personal
Born: Katherine Grace Convey in Wynnewood, Pa.
Family: Daughter of Annemarie and Christopher Convey…has one brother Christopher
On Choosing Colgate
"I chose Colgate University for the excellent balance of Division 1 athletics and a leading liberal arts education. I was drawn to the beautiful campus, the high quality professors, and the welcoming atmosphere of the team and community."
Ahria Dhillon
Defense
Surrey, British Columbia
Before Colgate
Attended York House School and was a four-year starter on the varsity team…Served as team captain during senior season…Helped Tigers win the AA Provincial Championship in 2021…played club for Meralomas Field Hockey Club, Field Hockey BC, and Field Hockey
Canada NextGen…named to the 2019 Field Hockey Canada Nationals Top Players of the Tournament…was the second highest goal scorer at the 2018 Field Hockey Canada U15 National Field Hockey Championships…was also fourth highest goal scorer at 2019 Field Hockey Canada U15 National Field Hockey Championships…named Field Hockey BC 2019 Junior Under 15 Female Player of the Year…
Personal
Born: Ahria Dhillon in Surrey, British Columbia
Family: Daughter of Harinder and Harp Dhillon…has one sister Ameera
On Choosing Colgate
"I chose Colgate because I wanted to attend a university where I could pursue my academic and athletic ambitions at a high level while being in a supportive environment. During my process of choosing a school I realized I wanted to attend a small and reputable institution that had a strong sense of community and Colgate embodied all of these characteristics for me."
Allison Lemmon
Midfield/Defense
Evantston, Ill.
Before Colgate
Four-year varsity starter at Evanston Township High School….Scored 10 goals during senior season…three-time team leader in goals (2019-21) and finished as the program's all-time leading scorer.. Helped Wildkits make it to the state quarterfinals for the first time in program history (2021)... played club for Windy City Field Hockey…helped the team qualify for the National Indoor Tournament twice… four-time IHSFHA All-Academic selection (2018-21)...honor roll student…student ambassador.
Personal
Born: Allison Eve Lemmon in Chicago, Ill.
Family: Daughter of Katie and Peter Lemmon… has one brother Clay
On Choosing Colgate
"I chose Colgate because of the beautiful campus, the opportunity for close connections with peers and faculty, the balance of rigorous academics, and competition."
Anna Lochhead
Forward/Midfield
St. Louis, Mo.
Before Colgate
Three-year member of the field hockey team at Mary Institute and Saint Louis Country Day School…scored 41 goals and 36 assists throughout her career… tallied 22 goals and 21 assists during senior season while serving as team captain…named first team all-conference and second team All-Metro…led team in points during shortened junior season and was named best varsity forward…helped team win state championship as sophomore (2019)...team also finished as state runner-ups in 2020…played club for Gateway Field Hockey from 2012-2022…Earned first place at USAFH U19 Regional Club Championship and second place at USAFH U19 National Club Championship (2021)...Earned second place at NFHCA Winter Escape (2019, 2020)...member of National Society of High School Scholars…winner of Scholastic Writing 2022 Silver Key Award for Missouri Writing Region.
Personal
Born: Anna Guinee' Lochhead in St. Louis, Mo.
Family: Daughter of Michele and John Lochhead…has two sisters Ellie and Georgia and one brother Gus.
On Choosing Colgate
"I chose Colgate because I was looking for a great field hockey program and a great academic school. I loved the campus, and I loved everything I heard about the university from other people."
Hannah Marcotrigiano
Forward/Midfield/Defense
North Caldwell, N.J.
Before Colgate
Won the county, sectional, and state championship all four years as a member of the West Essex High School varsity team (2018-21)...notched four goals and three assists as a senior with the Knights…named Second Team Essex/Union County as a senior (2021)...also earned Second Team Super Essex Conference and Essex/Union County Honorable Mention during the 2020 season…played for New Heights Field Hockey Club…helped her team win gold medal at Disney Showcase (2019) and Shooting Star Easter (2021)...named to the NFHCA High School Academic Team…member of the National Art Honor Society and World Language Honor Society.
Personal
Born: Hannah Jamie Marcotrigiano in North Caldwell, N.J.
Family: Daughter of Tara Verlin and John Marcotrigiano…has one brother Jake.
On Choosing Colgate
"After visiting Colgate for the first time, I knew that I could envision myself on campus. I wanted a school that could challenge me both academically and athletically and Colgate could offer me both."
Dani Palmer
Forward
Endwell, N.Y.
Before Colgate
Four-year letter-winner on Maine-Endwell High School varsity team…scored 24 goals during her career with the Spartans…won three Section IV Class A championships (2018-19, 2021) and back-to-back NYS Class A regional and state championships (2018-19)...named First Team All-Section in 2019…earned Press-Connects Athlete of the Week and Fuel to Win Athlete of the week during 2019 season..also played for WNY Field Hockey Club and CNY Field Hockey Club…two-time USA Field Hockey National Futures Championship selection (2018-19)...qualified for the USA Field Hockey National Indoor Tournament twice (2018-19) and won at tournament in 2018…three-time NYS Scholar Athlete (2018-20)...earned Silver Academic Award for GPA (2018-19, 2019-20) amd Gold Academic Award for GPA (2020-21)...member of National Honor Society.
Personal
Born: Danielle Grace Palmer in Endwell, N.Y.
Family: Daughter of Lisa and Chris Palmer…has one sister Sam and one brother Brady.
On Choosing Colgate
"I was fortunate enough to spend a lot of time on campus throughout my years doing USA Field Hockey training, which allowed me to get to know the coaching staff and campus. As I got older, the balance between high academic and athletic standards is what made me choose Colgate."
Grace Schmelzinger
Midfield
Orchard Park, N.Y.
Before Colgate
Played three years of varsity field hockey at Orchard Park High School…served as team captain for two seasons (2020-21)...scored 51 goals and tallied 44 assists during her career with the Quakers…had 26 goals and 15 assists as a senior and led the Erie County Interscholastic Conference in both goals and points (41)... was team MVP during senior season… named 2021 Western New York Field Hockey Player of the Year and also tabbed NYS All-State and NFCHA All-Region honors as a senior…two-time First Team ECIC Class A selection and First Team All-Western New York selection (2020-21)....was First Team ECIC All-Star as a junior and was team's co-MVP (2020)...two-time Max Field Hockey Northeast Region Preseason Player to Watch (2020-21)...also played for WNY Field Hockey Club and served as team captain for two seasons (2020-21)...member of National Honor Society… Earned Outstanding in Technology for Photography Award (2020)...Four-time winner of Scholastic Achievement Award (2018-21).
Personal
Born: Grace Monica Schmelzinger in Buffalo, N.Y.
Family: Daughter of Kimberly and John Schmelzinger…has one brother Jack.
On Choosing Colgate
"Colgate is the perfect balance between academics and athletics. There is also a sense of family and community like no other place I considered. It's the perfect fit for me!"
Claire van Kempen
Goalie
Denver, Colo.
Before Colgate
Played three years of varsity field hockey at Kent Denver School…posted a .890 save percentage and 10 shutouts as a senior (2021) and helped lead Sundevils to playoff semifinals…earned CHSAA All-League Honorable Mention and was the team's MVP (2021)...also played for Fer De Lance Field Hockey Club…team won its pool at the 2021 National Indoor Tournament…was a 2021 Nexus selection.
Personal
Born: Claire Elizabeth van Kempen in Charlotte, N.C.
Family: Daughter of Yolanda and Wouter van Kempen…has one sister Ella.
On Choosing Colgate
"I ended up picking Colgate because none of the field hockey players I spoke to had anything negative to say about the coaches, team, or school. I also felt appreciated by Coach Cornell-DeAngelis and felt that she truly cared about all the athletes and recruits. Colgate was the perfect combination of athletics and academics, with another major bonus of being surrounded by supportive coaches and teammates."
Alice Walton
Forward/Midfield
Dorking, England
Before Colgate
2021 graduate of Cranleigh School..five-year member of the field hockey team…helped U16 team National Indoor championship…Served as team captain in 2020-21…earned first team honors for National Schools League…helped the U18 team reach the outdoor national semifinals …also plays cub field hockey for East Grinstead, one of the top six teams in the Premier League…earned Premier League First Team honors…has won multiple academic awards.
Personal
Born: Alice Ester Maria Walton in London, England.
Family: Daughter of Maria and Steve Walton…has one sister Arabella and one brother Henry.
On Choosing Colgate
"Colgate has amazing sports programs, unbelievable facilities and very successful academic programs. What differentiated it from any other university was how supportive Colgate is from academics to the pitch."
