Dukes FH: Uncovered

In this solo episode, I take a look back at the 2025 NCAA field hockey season and give awards to the biggest upsets, the teams that made a jump, and who to keep an eye on next year. I also dive into some recent rule changes and a few things I think could help move the sport forward. We finish things off with a quick trash or cash segment covering some of the hottest debates in college hockey.

In this special episode, we sit down with recently retired coach and Olympian Christy Morgan to reflect on a lifetime dedicated to field hockey.In Part 1, Coach shares the story of how the sport first shaped her life, her journey to the Olympic stage, and the path that led her into a remarkable coaching career. Along the way, she touches on the mentors, moments, and lessons that defined her time in the game.Best day ever!!!

Today’s episode features one of the most decorated players in the history of James Madison University field hockey — Taylor West.From 2011 to 2015, Taylor was known for her dynamic movements, scoring ability, leadership, and all-around play. By the time she graduated, Taylor had tallied 56 goals and 130 points - ranking among the top scorers in JMU history. In terms of accolades, she was a multiple-time all-CAA team, CAA player of the year, and she also earned NFHCA All-American honours. But her story didn’t stop in Harrisonburg.In 2016, West realized a lifelong dream, earning a place on the United States women's national field hockey team. She went on to earn more than 80 international caps, competing on some of the sport’s biggest stages — including the FIH World League and a bronze-medal performance at the Pan American Cup.In this conversation, we dive into the mindset behind sustained excellence, the transition to international competition, and the leadership lessons forged along the way.

Special guest and alum, Eileen Sutton!In this episode, Eileen shares how being a part of the JMU field hockey program shaped her approach to life, the standards she still holds herself to decades later, and the advice she would give to her freshman year self. A conversation about legacy, leadership, and what it truly means to be a Duke!