2025 Pre Season CVU Field Hockey
The 2025 Season-
It's So Close!! Are you ready?!
Varsity Tryouts:
Thurs. 8/14, 8-10:30am
Fri. 8/15, 8-10:30am
Sat. 8/16, 8-10:30am
JV Tryouts:
Mon. 8/18, 8-9:45am
Tues. 8/19, 4-6pm
What you'll need:
-Registration Completed: https://athletics.cvuhs.org/registration.html
-Field Hockey Stick
-Shinguards, mouthguard
-Cleats and running shoes
It's So Close!! Are you ready?!
Varsity Tryouts:
Thurs. 8/14, 8-10:30am
Fri. 8/15, 8-10:30am
Sat. 8/16, 8-10:30am
JV Tryouts:
Mon. 8/18, 8-9:45am
Tues. 8/19, 4-6pm
What you'll need:
-Registration Completed: https://athletics.cvuhs.org/registration.html
-Field Hockey Stick
-Shinguards, mouthguard
-Cleats and running shoes
What you will need before you can try out for field hockey on August 14:
1. Register with CVU on Arbiter Sports
Each player will need to register and provide a current wellness form from their doctor.
2. Attend Meet the Coaches Night on Weds., August 13, at 6pm in the CVU Gym. There will be a field hockey meeting with coaches immediately following the school presentation.
1. Register with CVU on Arbiter Sports
Each player will need to register and provide a current wellness form from their doctor.
2. Attend Meet the Coaches Night on Weds., August 13, at 6pm in the CVU Gym. There will be a field hockey meeting with coaches immediately following the school presentation.
Players are expected to be in good conditioning shape, demonstrate a high level of stick skills AND show very good tactical knowledge of field hockey.
We will evaluate players based on 3 areas:
-Technical Skills (ball control, stick work, 1v1 eliminations)
-Tactical Sense of the Game (field sense, how you play in scrimmage, 2v1s)
-Conditioning (athleticism, preparation for tryouts, potential)
Also, we will evaluate coachability, attitude, commitment, and leadership. Varsity athletics are a big time commitment, and we expect that players will be at every practice and game, 6 days per week, and that they will be ready to compete at a high level.
Conditioning:
Players should expect to run a timed mile that will be a bench mark for their basic conditioning. We will also do runs each day, e.g. "Survivor" or "300s" or a timed mile. Therefore, summer conditioning should be part of your preparation for the season!
We have emailed the packet to all players who were interested in playing field hockey.
We will evaluate players based on 3 areas:
-Technical Skills (ball control, stick work, 1v1 eliminations)
-Tactical Sense of the Game (field sense, how you play in scrimmage, 2v1s)
-Conditioning (athleticism, preparation for tryouts, potential)
Also, we will evaluate coachability, attitude, commitment, and leadership. Varsity athletics are a big time commitment, and we expect that players will be at every practice and game, 6 days per week, and that they will be ready to compete at a high level.
Conditioning:
Players should expect to run a timed mile that will be a bench mark for their basic conditioning. We will also do runs each day, e.g. "Survivor" or "300s" or a timed mile. Therefore, summer conditioning should be part of your preparation for the season!
We have emailed the packet to all players who were interested in playing field hockey.
The 2024 Season
2024 Varsity Field Hockey Team
We had so much fun this fall! Our varsity team was a dedicated group of athletes who pushed each other to be better field hockey players. Finishing with a 10-5-1 record, we lost to eventual state champion Rice in the Semi-finals at UVM on 10/29/24. We beat a strong Colchester team in the Quarterfinals in 2 OT! Cordelia Thomas '26 put away a penalty stroke in 2OT to send us to the Semis.
Our JV team, coached by Jess LaPlante, had a fun and good season that was marked by a lot of improvement and skill-building.
More info and pictures coming...
Our JV team, coached by Jess LaPlante, had a fun and good season that was marked by a lot of improvement and skill-building.
More info and pictures coming...
2024 Summer Camp Registration is OPEN!
2024 Summer Camp Information
June 18-20, 9a-12:00p
CVU's A Field
$125
June 18-20, 9a-12:00p
CVU's A Field
$125
The 2023 Season
The 2023 team had a great season, including a highlight win over undefeated (at the time) and eventual state champion South Burlington. We lost in the semifinals to a powerhouse Rice team. See pictures below from this fun season with crazy weather. We practiced indoors on turf (due to our muddy field), and early in the morning (due to heat), but we had a great season. Pics include fundraising and awareness games at BBA (Cancer), SB (Cancer), and our Morgan's Message Game at home.
Senior leaders Sophie Madden, Marlie Cartwright, Claire Marcoe, Maddy McDade (co-captain), and Emily Gay (co-captain)
Coaches Tucker Pierson, Nathalie Paquette, Alice McEnaney, Jess LaPlante, and Claire Thibeault
Senior leaders Sophie Madden, Marlie Cartwright, Claire Marcoe, Maddy McDade (co-captain), and Emily Gay (co-captain)
Coaches Tucker Pierson, Nathalie Paquette, Alice McEnaney, Jess LaPlante, and Claire Thibeault
2022 Season
On November 5, 2022, CVU Field Hockey won the Vermont Division I State Championship!
Semi-Final Win Over Bellows Falls!!
Nov. 1, 2022 at Middlebury College
No. 1 Champlain Valley 2, No. 4 Bellows Falls 1
CV: Miranda Oppenheimer 1G. Claire Marcoe 1G. Tess Everett 1A. Grace Ferguson 2 saves.
BF: Ava LaRoss 1G. Mary Wallace 2 saves.
Note: Champlain Valley tallied its first goal on a corner with 9:58 left in the second quarter when Everett dished to Oppenheimer, who fired a one-timer from the top of the circle for the opening goal. Marcoe battled in front of the cage to add an insurance score for the Redhawks before the Terriers scored with 2:02 remaining in regulation.
Nov. 1, 2022 at Middlebury College
No. 1 Champlain Valley 2, No. 4 Bellows Falls 1
CV: Miranda Oppenheimer 1G. Claire Marcoe 1G. Tess Everett 1A. Grace Ferguson 2 saves.
BF: Ava LaRoss 1G. Mary Wallace 2 saves.
Note: Champlain Valley tallied its first goal on a corner with 9:58 left in the second quarter when Everett dished to Oppenheimer, who fired a one-timer from the top of the circle for the opening goal. Marcoe battled in front of the cage to add an insurance score for the Redhawks before the Terriers scored with 2:02 remaining in regulation.
2022 Varsity Field Hockey Team
2024 Season Information
Varsity Tryouts begin Thursday, August 15 and go for 3 days. Players who are trying out for the varsity team are expected to be at all days of tryouts and for every practice during the season. If a player comes to varsity tryouts and is not selected for the varsity team, they are expected to attend the JV tryouts.
Aug. 15- 8-10am
Aug. 16- 3:30-5:30pm
Aug. 17- 8-10am
Players should be in good conditioning shape, demonstrate a high level of stick skills AND show very good tactical knowledge of field hockey.
JV Tryouts begin Mon., August 19 and go for 2 days. Players are expected to be at both days.
Mon. Aug. 19- Time TBD
Tues., Aug. 20 Time TBD
Aug. 15- 8-10am
Aug. 16- 3:30-5:30pm
Aug. 17- 8-10am
Players should be in good conditioning shape, demonstrate a high level of stick skills AND show very good tactical knowledge of field hockey.
JV Tryouts begin Mon., August 19 and go for 2 days. Players are expected to be at both days.
Mon. Aug. 19- Time TBD
Tues., Aug. 20 Time TBD
2024 Summer Camp Information
June 18-20, 9a-12:00p
CVU's A Field
$125
Burlington Free Press All-State Players from CVU
Picking the 28th edition of the Free Press All-State Field Hockey Team was, as ever, a demanding and a subjective task, but something we approach with great pride and care.
By taking into account available statistics, feedback from coaches around the state, input from other media outlets and our own expertise, we laid out who we think are the very best: A first team full of players any team would covet, a second team and honorable-mention listing full of even more.
Champlain Valley senior Tess Everett is the Free Press player of the year for 2022 after leading the Redhawks to their first title in 14 years. In total, 34 players are honored — a tough list to crack but one that has stood for 28 years as Vermont's true All-State team.
* * * *
THE FIRST TEAM
TESS EVERETT
Champlain Valley Union High School
Senior, midfield
► Player of the year
•The player: Everett never exited in CVU's semifinal and championship triumphs as the midfield maestro powered the Redhawks' title run. Everett is a multi-sport standout and the superb athleticism shines on the field. Everett's season exploits include three goals and nine assists, while adding a strong defensive prescence for CVU. "A steady and strong midfield player, Tess is like the current of the river carrying the ball along to her teammates," CVU coach Tucker Pierson said. "She eliminates defenders, transfers the ball, and has been integral in our scoring opportunities and offensive penalty corners."
•Trophy case: BFP player of the year 2022; first team 2022; first team 2021. Metro Division first team 2022, 2021; second team 2020.
MIRANDA OPPENHEIMER
Champlain Valley Union High School
Senior, forward
•The player: Big-time games and opportunistic goals are just part of Oppenheimer’s role for the Redhawks. The forward tallied 11 times in a 46-goal season for CVU and keyed set pieces for the Division I champions. Oppenheimer’s overtime goal secured Champlain Valley’s crown and overdue title celebration. “She was involved in every part of our offense, including playing a pivotal role in our penalty corners,” CVU coach Tucker Pierson said. “Miranda redefended all over the field and worked to earn possession for our team. Truly a difference-maker.”
•Trophy case: BFP first team 2022. Metro Division first team 2022; honorable mention 2021.
DANIELLE GAMELIN
Champlain Valley Union High School
Senior, defense
•The player: Champlain Valley’s championship berth was thrown a lifeline with Gamelin's chase down steal in the semifinals. The Redhawks became accustomed to Gamelin's heroic defense as CVU allowed just 10 goals this fall. The speed and strength to play defense and the skills of a midfielder made Gamelin a standout. "She is a fiery and fast defender who can carry the ball through the midfield and distribute it with confidence," Champlain Valley coach Tucker Pierson said. "She is a co-captain who played with grit and determination all season."
•Trophy case: BFP first team 2022. Metro Division first team 2022; second team 2021.
Picking the 28th edition of the Free Press All-State Field Hockey Team was, as ever, a demanding and a subjective task, but something we approach with great pride and care.
By taking into account available statistics, feedback from coaches around the state, input from other media outlets and our own expertise, we laid out who we think are the very best: A first team full of players any team would covet, a second team and honorable-mention listing full of even more.
Champlain Valley senior Tess Everett is the Free Press player of the year for 2022 after leading the Redhawks to their first title in 14 years. In total, 34 players are honored — a tough list to crack but one that has stood for 28 years as Vermont's true All-State team.
* * * *
THE FIRST TEAM
TESS EVERETT
Champlain Valley Union High School
Senior, midfield
► Player of the year
•The player: Everett never exited in CVU's semifinal and championship triumphs as the midfield maestro powered the Redhawks' title run. Everett is a multi-sport standout and the superb athleticism shines on the field. Everett's season exploits include three goals and nine assists, while adding a strong defensive prescence for CVU. "A steady and strong midfield player, Tess is like the current of the river carrying the ball along to her teammates," CVU coach Tucker Pierson said. "She eliminates defenders, transfers the ball, and has been integral in our scoring opportunities and offensive penalty corners."
•Trophy case: BFP player of the year 2022; first team 2022; first team 2021. Metro Division first team 2022, 2021; second team 2020.
MIRANDA OPPENHEIMER
Champlain Valley Union High School
Senior, forward
•The player: Big-time games and opportunistic goals are just part of Oppenheimer’s role for the Redhawks. The forward tallied 11 times in a 46-goal season for CVU and keyed set pieces for the Division I champions. Oppenheimer’s overtime goal secured Champlain Valley’s crown and overdue title celebration. “She was involved in every part of our offense, including playing a pivotal role in our penalty corners,” CVU coach Tucker Pierson said. “Miranda redefended all over the field and worked to earn possession for our team. Truly a difference-maker.”
•Trophy case: BFP first team 2022. Metro Division first team 2022; honorable mention 2021.
DANIELLE GAMELIN
Champlain Valley Union High School
Senior, defense
•The player: Champlain Valley’s championship berth was thrown a lifeline with Gamelin's chase down steal in the semifinals. The Redhawks became accustomed to Gamelin's heroic defense as CVU allowed just 10 goals this fall. The speed and strength to play defense and the skills of a midfielder made Gamelin a standout. "She is a fiery and fast defender who can carry the ball through the midfield and distribute it with confidence," Champlain Valley coach Tucker Pierson said. "She is a co-captain who played with grit and determination all season."
•Trophy case: BFP first team 2022. Metro Division first team 2022; second team 2021.
Preseason Conditioning
CVU Conditioning Packet 2022
Preseason 2023 Dates:
Fall Sports Meet the Coaches Night is August 8 at CVU.
Varsity Tryouts will start on Thurs., August 17, 2023.
This tryout is highly competitive and is designed for all returning varsity players as well as all juniors and seniors.
Also, players entering grades 9 & 10 who feel like they can compete at the varsity level should try out.
These tryouts will be all three days: Thurs., Fri., and Sat.
Thurs. 8/17 8-10am
Fri. 8/18 3:30-5:30pm
Sat. 8/19 8-10am
JV Tryouts: Mon., August 21- Tues. Aug. 22.
Times TBD
These tryouts will be both days: Mon & Tues.
What do you need to do to be able to try out?
-Make sure you are registered for field hockey through FormReLeaf.
-Make sure you have a current physical on file at CVU.
-Email Coach Tucker Pierson so you can get on her FH email list.
-Keep running and working on your field hockey stick skills! See the link to the 6-week summer conditioning packet. We will do a lot of running, so make sure you are in shape- both conditioning and stick skills!
CVU Conditioning Packet 2022
Preseason 2023 Dates:
Fall Sports Meet the Coaches Night is August 8 at CVU.
Varsity Tryouts will start on Thurs., August 17, 2023.
This tryout is highly competitive and is designed for all returning varsity players as well as all juniors and seniors.
Also, players entering grades 9 & 10 who feel like they can compete at the varsity level should try out.
These tryouts will be all three days: Thurs., Fri., and Sat.
Thurs. 8/17 8-10am
Fri. 8/18 3:30-5:30pm
Sat. 8/19 8-10am
JV Tryouts: Mon., August 21- Tues. Aug. 22.
Times TBD
These tryouts will be both days: Mon & Tues.
What do you need to do to be able to try out?
-Make sure you are registered for field hockey through FormReLeaf.
-Make sure you have a current physical on file at CVU.
-Email Coach Tucker Pierson so you can get on her FH email list.
-Keep running and working on your field hockey stick skills! See the link to the 6-week summer conditioning packet. We will do a lot of running, so make sure you are in shape- both conditioning and stick skills!
2022 team posing after practice
More...
2021 Varsity Field Hockey getting ready for their stunning Rally Dance Performance
Some pics from the 2021 Varsity Season
CVU Field Hockey Summer Camp 2021
We had the best camp coaches (CVUFH players and graduates) and a fantastic group of campers! Thank you all for coming to camp!
CVU FIELD HOCKEY SUMMER CAMP IS FULL!
Summer Camp is FULL! Thank you to the many of you who have already registered, but we cannot accept any more campers, so we have closed registration.
June 15-18*, 12:30-3:30pm
CVU Field Hockey Camp
Grades 6-10
$120, checks made payable to CVU Field Hockey
Registration here: https://form.jotform.com/81334728084156
*This is a change from the last announcement.
Summer Camp is FULL! Thank you to the many of you who have already registered, but we cannot accept any more campers, so we have closed registration.
June 15-18*, 12:30-3:30pm
CVU Field Hockey Camp
Grades 6-10
$120, checks made payable to CVU Field Hockey
Registration here: https://form.jotform.com/81334728084156
*This is a change from the last announcement.
2020 Season
We are doing a fundraiser this year for the VT Food Bank with a Redhawk Strong long-sleeved shirt. (option for FH logo-sticks-on the sleeve and name on the lower back). I hope that you will all consider buying this cool shirt- it is being offered to all fall sports teams!
Check out our Announcements Page for links to the online store. You should also have an email from [email protected]. Hurry up, though, as the CVUFH Program store closes Sunday, 9/20! (Varsity store closes 9/15.)
Check out our Announcements Page for links to the online store. You should also have an email from [email protected]. Hurry up, though, as the CVUFH Program store closes Sunday, 9/20! (Varsity store closes 9/15.)
2019 Team Photos
2019 Varsity Team Dinner at Coach Tucker's House, with Jampa
The 2019 Regular Season is now over. The Redhawks finished 9-5, earning a #2 ranking for the state tournament- just barely eeking out the #3 South Burlington Wolves, who beat us twice in our regular season meetings. As a #2 seed, we will host #7 Essex, a competitive team and friendly rival, on Fri., 10/25 at 3:30pm at CVU. See below for pairings and all VPA Field Hockey game dates and locations.
Practices for V, JV, JVB:
Generally speaking, practices will be consistent, depending on the weather.
Varsity: 3:45-5:30pm on A Field and Saturdays from 8-9:30am
JV: 4-6pm on A Field, and 4:30-6 on Tuesdays
JVB: 3:30-5:15pm on the outfield of the baseball field
Please contact your team coach for changes or questions.
Generally speaking, practices will be consistent, depending on the weather.
Varsity: 3:45-5:30pm on A Field and Saturdays from 8-9:30am
JV: 4-6pm on A Field, and 4:30-6 on Tuesdays
JVB: 3:30-5:15pm on the outfield of the baseball field
Please contact your team coach for changes or questions.
2019 Field Hockey Apparel Store is now closed.
The store will close Sunday 8/25 at Midnight, so choose quickly!
Local Charlotte company JV Embroidery is graciously hosting our apparel store once again.
https://cvufieldhockey2019.itemorder.com/sale
Check out the Parent/Fan/Family Apparel as well as Player Apparel! All proceeds go into our Field Hockey Fundraising account. Thank you for supporting CVU Field Hockey!
The store will close Sunday 8/25 at Midnight, so choose quickly!
Local Charlotte company JV Embroidery is graciously hosting our apparel store once again.
https://cvufieldhockey2019.itemorder.com/sale
Check out the Parent/Fan/Family Apparel as well as Player Apparel! All proceeds go into our Field Hockey Fundraising account. Thank you for supporting CVU Field Hockey!
Preseason Varsity Practices:
--Mon & Tues (8/19-8/20): 10:00am-12:00pm
--Wed (8/21): 10:00am-12:00pm
--Thurs. (8/22): V/JV Scrimmage vs Mt. Abe (V starts 4:00pm; V players should arrive at 3 for warmup)
--Fri. (8/23): 3:30-5:15pm
--Sat. (8/24): AM Varsity Playday at Mt. Abe (9:00-11:30am; players must arrive by 8:15am)
--Mon. (8/26): 3:30-5:30pm
--Tues. (8/27): 3:30-5:30pm
--Wed. (8/28): V/JV Scrimmage at Stowe (V starts at 4:00; bus departure 2:15)
--Thurs. (8/29): 3:30-5:30pm
--Fri. (8/30): V/JV Games at Rutland (V starts at 4:00; bus departure 1:30)
--Labor Day Weekend: Sat. (8/31) & Sun. (9/1) OFF
--Labor Day Monday: Practice 5:30-7:15pm
JVA Practices:
--Wed (8/22): 8:30-10:30am
--Thurs. 8/22: V/JV Scrimmage vs Mt. Abe (V starts 4:30pm; JV follows)
--Fri & Sat (8/23-24) and for the rest of the season: TBD, but likely 4-6pm and Tuesdays: 4:30-6.
JVB Practices:
--OFF Wed (8/22)
--3:30-5:15 Thurs & Fri (8/23-24) and for the rest of the season
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Pictures from 2017 State Finalist Team
