Miah Ruiz and Reagan Schoen from Western Connecticut State University have been recognized for their academic achievements in field hockey. Both players were honored as Division III Scholars of Distinction, and Ruiz earned a spot on the CSC Academic All-District At-Large Team. The program also saw a significant academic achievement with 11 athletes making the NFHCA National Academic Squad and a strong presence on the LEC Fall Academic Team. The Wolves had a competitive season, finishing with a 7-11 record and participating in the LEC Championship Tournament.

By the Numbers
  • 11 athletes named to the 2025 NFHCA National Academic Squad.
  • 22 student-athletes made the LEC Fall Academic Honor Roll.
  • 2,745 student-athletes recognized in the LEC Academic Honor Roll.
State of Play
  • WestConn finished fifth in the LEC with a 2-4 record in conference play.
  • The team qualified for the LEC Championship Tournament but lost in the first round.
  • 41 Wolves were included in the LEC Fall All-Academic Team across all fall sports.
What's Next

As the WestConn field hockey program continues to excel academically, anticipation builds for future seasons to enhance both on-field performance and student-athlete achievement. Future announcements regarding the academic success of these players will occur on July 8, with CSC Academic All-America honors expected.

Bottom Line

The recognition of Ruiz and Schoen highlights the significant achievements of WestConn athletes in balancing academics with sports, setting a benchmark for future student-athletes to strive for excellence both in the classroom and on the field.