Springfield forward Mia Salmon attempts a shot. (Ella Travaglino)
As Division 3 teams across New England race towards postseason tournaments, we’re spotlighting standout first-year players.
Some entered the fall with high expectations, a byproduct of their recruiting pathway. Others have pleasantly defied expectations, thriving under the pressure of a new environment.
All along, the hardest thing for an incoming player is maintaining consistency. With a busy schedule and high-stakes matches, it’s no small feat to keep producing.
Here are 10 first-years, plus some honorable mentions, who have turned heads across the region. To spread the wealth around, we’ve limited ourselves to one standout per program.
