LEXINGTON, Va. — The Washington and Lee University field hockey team has reentered the national conversation, earning the No. 25 spot in the latest National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA) Division III Coaches Poll. The recognition marks the Generals' first national ranking since the 2023 preseason, when they opened the year at No. 16.
Washington and Lee (8-3 overall, 2-0 ODAC) has surged back into the poll on the strength of a four-game winning streak and an 8-1 mark in its last nine contests. The Generals have outscored opponents 31–14 this season, averaging 2.82 goals per game while limiting opposing teams to just 1.27.
Leading the offensive charge is sophomore
Margaret Scheurer (7 goals, 3 assists, 17 points) and seniors
Betty Boatwright (6 goals, 13 points) and
Sydney Baggett close behind with 5 goals and 4 assists. Goalkeeper
Julia McDonald has anchored the defensive unit, posting a 1.26 goals-against average, an .800 save percentage, and three shutouts in 11 starts.
The Generals have shown strong balance and consistency, holding a 4–0 home record and dominating penalty corners with a 95–53 advantage on the season. Their resume includes a 4–3 overtime victory over then-No. 14 Franklin & Marshall and a narrow 1–0 loss to current No. 1 Christopher Newport in September.
Washington and Lee joins ODAC peers No. 16 Lynchburg and No. 17 Shenandoah in the national rankings, highlighting the strength of the conference this fall.
Up Next: The Generals travel to Winchester, Va., for a crucial conference matchup against No. 17 Shenandoah University on Wednesday. Game time is set for 6 p.m.
Nestled in the mountains of Virginia, Washington and Lee University is a proud member of NCAA Division III and the Old Dominion Athletic Conference. Founded in 1749, W&L is the ninth-oldest college in the United States and a top-ranked liberal arts university. With over 500 student-athletes in 24 varsity sports, the Generals have celebrated over 265 conference championships. Learn more about the Blue and White by visiting www.generalssports.com or on social media at @WLUGenerals.
