27 Named To Assumption Field Hockey Team

WORCESTER, MA - From the Assumption College Grey Hounds: The Assumption College Department of Athletics has announced that 27 student athletes have earned a coveted spot on the 2017 Assumption College Field Hockey team. Local student athletes include:

Lauren Giard of Worcester (01606), Class of 2019
Anne Spellane of Worcester (01609), Class of 2021

"Whether competing on the field, learning in the classroom, or serving our Assumption and Worcester communities, student athletes at Assumption are known to thrive," said Annie Lahey, Assumption College head field hockey coach. "This year's field hockey team maintains a strong core of veteran players which is enhanced as we welcomed a number of first-year players eager to compete at the collegiate level."

The Women's Field Hockey team is a member of the competitive Northeast10 Conference. Last season, the team finished with an overall record of 10-8 and advanced to the Northeast10 Conference Championship game last year. The Hounds were ranked fifth in the Conference preseason poll.

For more information on Assumption sports, visit www.assumptiongreyhounds.com.

Founded in 1904 by the Augustinians of the Assumption in Worcester, Mass., Assumption College is a Catholic liberal arts institution that offers undergraduate students 41 majors and 48 minors in the liberal arts, sciences, business, and professional studies; as well as master's and continuing education degrees and professional certificate programs-each through an educational experience that is grounded in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition. The curriculum enables students to gain a depth and breadth of knowledge that leads to professional success and personal fulfillment. Students-whether on the Worcester campus or at the College's Rome, Italy, campus-become engaged participants in Assumption's classic liberal arts education, exploring new ideas and making connections across disciplines. To prepare for the workforce, students learn cutting-edge theory and best practices, conduct innovative research, and develop excellent communication and critical-analysis skills. Assumption graduates are also known for their thoughtful citizenship and

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