Ava Schwartz '17 Recruiting Profile
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Ava Schwartz, Class of 2017
Since I first started playing field hockey in 7th grade, I knew I wanted to play at the highest level possible, specifically the U.S. Women's National Team. I am constantly striving to become the best player I can be, whether it be through practicing skills, conditioning, or learning new tactics from international hockey. I have participated in USA Field Hockey's Futures Program since 2014, and also play year-round with my club team, Oranje-Gottaloveit. I primarily play forward and midfield, and have strong stick skills, speed, and knowledge of the game. I am a very coachable player who loves to learn, and always try to be the hardest working player on the field.
I believe one of my best assets is my strong personal drive and self-motivation. Whether on or off the field, I tackle challenges with dedication and a will and commitment to succeed. I am perseverant and refuse to give up when I encounter a bump in the road.
As a collegiate field hockey player, I hope to improve my game with the help of knowledgeable coaches at the highest level possible in order to work toward my personal and team goals. I want to share my passion for hockey with a dedicated and close-knit team. I hope to be a source of encouragement and inspiration for my teammates. It is equally important that I am challenged not only on the field, but in the classroom. I have a 4.0 unweighted GPA, and take all the AP/honors courses offered at my school.
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 4 years
- Varsity Starter
- 3 years
- 2016 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #7
- 2015 Varsity Team
- Starter- Jersey: #16
Individual Awards
- Conference All-Star Player
Team Awards
- Conference 2nd Place
- 2014 Varsity Team
- Starter
Team Awards
- Conference Champs
- 2013 Varsity Team
Team Awards
- Conference Champs
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 2 seasons
- 2016 Oranje-Gottaloveit (Highly Competitive Club Team.)
- Will be competing in Shooting Star Showcase (Richmond, VA)...Region 7 Junior Premier Outdoor League (4th Place)...President's Day Showcase...NFHCA Winter Escape (Guest Player with HTC Field Hockey Club).
- 2015 Oranje-Gottaloveit (Highly Competitive Club Team.)
- U19 Junior Premier Indoor League 2015-16 season…Shooting Star Showcase (PA)-U16 2nd Place...Limelight Showcase U19...Focus Showcase U19.
Coach References
- Club Director
- Kathleen Fluharty
- Private Coach
- Carrie Lingo
- High School Head Coach
- Katie Oxenreider
Events
- Camp/Event
- Shooting Star Showcase
- 11/25/16 to 11/27/16
- Will be competing with Oranje-Gottaloveit U19. Jersey Number: 16.
- Camp/Event
- Top of the Class Showcase
- 7/30/16 to 7/31/16
- Jersey Number: 84
- Camp/Event
- Region 7 Regional Futures Tournament
- 5/15/16 to 5/15/16
- Competed in U19 Division on Team Ireland. Bib number is 352.
- Camp/Event
- Junior Premier Outdoor League
- 4/09/16 to 6/11/16
- Competed with Oranje-Gottaloveit U19...Jersey Number: 16.
- Camp/Event
- President's Day Showcase
- 2/13/16 to 2/15/16
- Competed with Oranje-Gottaloveit U19.
- Camp/Event
- NFHCA Winter Escape
- 1/08/16 to 1/10/16
- Competed as a guest player with HTC field hockey club in the 2017 division.
- Camp/Event
- Junior Premier Indoor League
- 12/27/15 to 2/07/16
- Competed with Oranje-Gottaloveit U19.
- Camp/Event
- Shooting Star Showcase
- 11/27/15 to 11/29/15
- Attended with Oranje-Gottaloveit U16...Team was 2nd in Pool A.
- Camp/Event
- Super Sixty Field Hockey Camp
- 7/01/15 to 7/04/15
- Camp/Event
- Focus Showcase
- 6/19/15 to 6/19/15
- Competed with Oranje-Gottaloveit U19.
- Camp/Event
- Limelight Showcase
- 6/12/15 to 6/14/15
- Competed with Oranje-Gottaloveit U19.
- Camp/Event
- Disney Showcase
- 2/05/14 to 2/09/14
- Played with Shore Byrds U16.
Training
- USA Futures Field Hockey-Region 7
- 3 years
- Participant in USA Field Hockey's Futures program since 2014...Attended Region 7 Regional Tournament 2014, 2015, 2016.
- High School Indoor Field Hockey League
- 1 year
- Played with school team in local high school indoor field hockey league in addition to highly competitive Junior Premier Indoor League with club team.
- High School Summer League
- 2 years
- Played in local high school summer league with Parkside High School since Worcester Prep was not participating.
- Private Lessons
- 4 years
- Has taken private lessons throughout high school to improve game. Currently works with Taylor West (current U.S. Women's National Team member) since spring of 2016. Previously worked with Carrie Lingo (2008 Olympian, former U.S. Women's National Team member) and Kathleen Fluharty (Club coach, Varsity standout at Northwestern, former junior national team member).
- Strength and Conditioning
- 6 years
- Conditions to increase speed, endurance, strength, and agility with a trainer in addition to self-motivated training starting in 7th grade.
Additional Sports
- Lacrosse
- 2 years
- Junior Varsity Team
- Most Improved (2013).
Statistics
| Statistic | 2016 Varsity Team |
|---|---|
| Goals | 2 |
| Assists | 1 |
| Shots on goal | 4 |
| Record | 1-2 |
| Games Played | 3 |
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
Yes. - Honors Physical Science (9th grade) - Honors Pre-Calculus (11th grade) - Honors Spanish IV (12th grade)Are you in AP/IB classes?
Yes. - AP Biology (10th grade) - AP Chemistry (11th grade) - AP U.S. History (11th grade) - AP English (11th grade) - AP Physics (12th Grade) - AP Calculus I (12th Grade) - AP English (12th Grade)Registered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
YesAwards and Activities
- AwardsNFHCA Scholar of Distinction, National Merit Scholar Semi-Finalist, Cum Laude Society, National Honor Society, National Spanish Honor Society, National Art Honor Society, Headmaster's List, AP Biology Highest Academic Average, Spanish II 3rd Highest Average, World History II 3rd Highest Average, Yearbook Outstanding Achievement, Speech Outstanding Achievement, AP Exam Scores: Biology-5, U.S. History-5, English (Language and Composition)-5, Chemistry-3
- ActivitiesFruitland Falcons Youth Field Hockey Coach, Athletes Serving Athletes Runner, National Honor Society Tutor, Yearbook (Editor), Photography (1st Place Shirley Hall Photography Competition), One Year to Empowerment Program, St. Francis de Sales Religious Education Student Aide, St. Francis de Sales Youth Group, Nordstrom B.P. Fashion Board, Elks Club Christmas Dinner Delivery
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