Top High School Field Hockey Players in Maine

Anniya Avery, a senior midfielder from Nya senior, showcases a coach's dream package: a combination of skills and relentless drive. Avery, along with other top prospects, will lead their teams in the upcoming season. Coaches and recruiters are taking notice of these players' exceptional abilities, and their potential impact on the field hockey scene in Maine.

Key Takeaways:

• Anniya Avery, a senior midfielder from York, has a coach's dream package, combining skills with a relentless drive.
• Cora Bolduc, a senior forward from Thornton Academy, has two goals and 12 assists, and was a second-team all-SMAA last fall.
• Lizalyn Boudreau, a senior midfielder from Freeport, is a top-notch defensive player with great stick skills and instincts.
• Sydney Brunelle, a junior forward from Cheverus, emerged as a second scorer with 10 goals and is a first-team all-SMAA selection.
• Ani Bush, a junior forward from Falmouth, emerged as a high-end scorer in the SMAA, earning a first-team all-conference selection.
• Kamryn Chase, a sophomore back from Mt. Ararat, made her debut last year and set a school record for defensive saves.
• Annabelle Collier, a senior midfielder from Gorham, can take over games, showcasing speed, elite elimination skills, and an ability to see the field.
• Emily Groves, a senior forward from Freeport, is already Freeport's all-time scoring leader with 69 goals.
• Mia Mariello, a sophomore forward from Biddeford, has already started playing on the national scene and should be one of the SMAA's most dangerous scorers.
• Hailie Morton, a senior back from Brunswick, is the vocal leader for a team that annually has a strong defense.
• Kenlie Nadeau, a senior forward from Gray-New Gloucester/NYA, was a key reason why the Patriots went 12-2 last year.
• Erica O'Connor, a junior forward from Yarmouth, is one of the team's top finishers and earned first-team all-conference honors in the WMC last season.
• Sabrina Ocampo, a senior forward from Scarborough, scored five goals last year and was a first-team all-conference pick.
• Hailey Payeur, a sophomore forward/midfielder from Sanford, emerged as an impact player in Class A and was a second-team all-conference as a freshman.
• Jane Phillips, a senior forward from South Portland/Westbrook, scored nearly half of her team's goals and earned a second-team all-conference nod.
• Joey Pompeo, a senior midfielder from Cheverus, has emerged as the Stags' backbone, initiating attacks and stopping opponents on defense.
• Corinne Ramunno, a senior forward from Biddeford, has good field vision, a high field hockey IQ, and a nose for the net.
• Moriah Smith, a sophomore midfielder from Boothbay, has a flair for the center midfield position and a natural chemistry with her sister.
• Paige Stephenson, a senior midfielder from Massabesic, will be a productive leader and a coach on the field.
• Ali Sylvester, a sophomore midfielder from Camden Hills, is a defensive midfielder who excels 1-on-1, allowing her team to transition quickly.
• Maya Tracey, a junior forward from Greely, notched nine goals last year and earned first-team WMC All-Star status.
• Abby Trainor, a senior forward/midfielder from Windham, will lead the Eagles again with her mix of athleticism, speed, and finishing skills.
• Abi Travis, a junior forward/midfielder from Lake Region, brings a hard shot and ability to control the ball in space and in traffic.
• Emma Walsh, a senior goalie from Portland/Deering, has impressed SMAA coaches with her athletic ability in net and earned two first-team all-SMAA selections.
• Celia Zinman, a senior midfielder from Yarmouth, returns as the top playmaker for the defending Class B South champions.

Statistics:

• Anniya Avery has a combination of skills and relentless drive.
• Cora Bolduc has two goals and 12 assists and was a second-team all-SMAA last fall.
• Lizalyn Boudreau is a top-notch defensive player with great stick skills and instincts.
• Sydney Brunelle notched 10 goals and is a first-team all-SMAA selection.
• Ani Bush emerged as a high-end scorer in the SMAA, earning a first-team all-conference selection.
• Kamryn Chase set a school record for defensive saves.
• Annabelle Collier can take over games, showcasing speed, elite elimination skills, and an ability to see the field.
• Emily Groves is already Freeport's all-time scoring leader with 69 goals.
• Mia Mariello has already started playing on the national scene and should be one of the SMAA's most dangerous scorers.
• Hailie Morton is the vocal leader for a team that annually has a strong defense.
• Kenlie Nadeau was a key reason why the Patriots went 12-2 last year.
• Erica O'Connor is one of the team's top finishers and earned first-team all-conference honors in the WMC last season.
• Sabrina Ocampo scored five goals last year and was a first-team all-conference pick.
• Hailey Payeur emerged as an impact player in Class A and was a second-team all-conference as a freshman.
• Jane Phillips scored nearly half of her team's goals and earned a second-team all-conference nod.
• Joey Pompeo has emerged as the Stags' backbone, initiating attacks and stopping opponents on defense.
• Corinne Ramunno has good field vision, a high field hockey IQ, and a nose for the net.
• Moriah Smith has a flair for the center midfield position and a natural chemistry with her sister.
• Paige Stephenson will be a productive leader and a coach on the field.
• Ali Sylvester is a defensive midfielder who excels 1-on-1, allowing her team to transition quickly.
• Maya Tracey notched nine goals last year and earned first-team WMC All-Star status.
• Abby Trainor will lead the Eagles again with her mix of athleticism, speed, and finishing skills.
• Abi Travis brings a hard shot and ability to control the ball in space and in traffic.
• Emma Walsh has impressed SMAA coaches with her athletic ability in net and earned two first-team all-SMAA selections.
• Celia Zinman returns as the top playmaker for the defending Class B South champions.

Sources:

• The Portland Press Herald (Portland, Maine)
• Tribune Content Agency, LLC
• www.pressherald.com