High Styx Highlights

In this episode of the High Styx Highlights Podcast , host L.J. Smith interviews Hannah Gober, a committed field hockey athlete from Northwestern Lehigh High School heading to The Ohio State University. Hannah shares her journey from starting field hockey in middle school to her recruitment process for playing field hockey in college. She discusses the importance of skill development, the challeng...

In this episode of the High Styx Highlights Podcast , host L.J. Smith interviews Lissa Opolsky, who shares her journey from a late starter in #fieldhockey to a successful coach at high school and youth levels. She discusses her high school and college playing careers, including being the goalie at the University of Iowa. Lissa then describes transitioning to coaching, the importance of soft skills...

In this episode of the High Styx Highlights Podcast , host L.J. Smith interviews Makenna Baessler, a committed athlete heading to Vermont to play college field hockey. Makenna shares her journey from discovering field hockey at a young age through her high school experience, skill development, and the college recruitment process. She offers insights into her decision-making for choosing Vermont an...

In this episode of the High Styx Highlights Podcast , host L.J. Smith interviews Cara Bonshak, who shares her journey from a young athlete to a dedicated coach at the High Styx Field Hockey Club. Cara discusses her early experiences with field hockey, her transition from soccer, and the challenges of the recruitment process for college athletics. She reflects on her time at Michigan State, her pas...

In this episode of the High Styx Highlights Podcast , host L.J. Smith interviews Ella Bressi, a committed field hockey athlete at Mercyhurst and a member of Northwestern Lehigh and High Styx Field Hockey Club. They discuss Ella's journey in field hockey, her experiences in the recruiting process, and her commitment to balancing athletics with her nursing major. Ella shares insights on the importan...

In this episode of the High Styx Highlights Podcast , host L.J. Smith interviews Caitlin Dallmeyer, the owner and director of the High Styx Field Hockey Club. They discuss Caitlin's journey from discovering field hockey in middle school to her successful college career at Duke University, and her transition into coaching. Caitlin shares insights on building a successful coaching career, her philos...

In this episode of the High Styx Highlights Podcast , host L.J. Smith interviews Makayla Bressi, a committed field hockey athlete and a member of Northwestern Lehigh and High Styx Field Hockey Club. Makayla shares her journey from starting the sport in first grade to her commitment to Mercyhurst University. The conversation covers her experiences with coaching, skill development, the recruitment p...

In this episode of the High Styx Highlights Podcast , host L.J. Smith interviews Kim Underwood, a U-12 coach with the High Styx Field Hockey Club. They discuss Kim's journey in coaching, her philosophy on developing young athletes, and the importance of building confidence and communication skills. Kim emphasizes the significance of relationships in sports, the growth of youth athletes, and offers...

In this episode of the High Styx Highlights Podcast , host L.J. Smith interviews Kim Underwood, a dedicated U12 High Styx field hockey coach and former player. Kim shares her journey from a multi-sport athlete to a passionate coach, discussing the importance of life skills learned through sports, her recruitment experience, and her time playing at the University of North Carolina. She reflects on...

In this episode of the High Styx Highlights Podcast , host L.J. Smith interviews Caitlin Dallmeyer, the owner and director of the High Styx Field Hockey Club. They discuss the club's recent achievements during the indoor season, including the growth in athlete participation, family involvement, and what is to come before nationals. The conversation highlights the importance of community dynamics a...

In this episode of the High Styx Highlights Podcast , host L.J. Smith interviews Steph Palmieri, a U14 and U16 coach with the High Styx Field Hockey Club. They discuss Steph's journey from discovering field hockey in high school to her experiences as a student-athlete at Lehigh University, and her transition into coaching. She emphasizes the importance of teamwork, personal growth, and the role of...

In this episode of the High Styx Highlights podcast , host L.J. Smith interviews Teresa Mathews, an assistant coach at Muhlenberg College, as well as a coach at High Styx. They discuss Teresa's journey from a young athlete discovering field hockey to her experiences in high school and club play, her recruitment process for college, and her playing career at Monmouth University. Teresa shares her t...

In this inaugural episode of the High Styx Highlights podcast , host L.J. Smith interviews Jackie O'Connell, a dedicated field hockey coach and former athlete. Jackie shares her journey from being introduced to field hockey at a young age to her experiences in high school and college sports. She discusses the importance of building confidence in young athletes, the balance between academics and at...