ASTON, Pa. – Neumann University Director of Athletics and Recreation, John Krimmel, along with Head Field Hockey Coach, Dana Ott, are proud to announce that Sara Hussey and Courtney Keith have been named assistant coaches for the 2025 season.
 
Hussey, a 2024 graduate of Cabrini University, starred as a defensive player in the Cavaliers' lineup. A 2022 Atlantic East All-Conference First team member, she played in 57 games throughout her career with 51 starts, logging almost 2,900 minutes. She was also a three-time Atlantic East All-Academic team member.
 
Keith also played collegiately at Cabrini University from 2021-23. In 58 games, she logged 3,300 minutes in goal with a career goals against average of 1.77 and a .718 save percentage. She had a 31-21 record with 10 shutouts. In her first year, Keith was named to the Atlantic East All-Conference Second team and was named the Most Valuable Player in the conference tournament championship game. In her junior year, she had a shutout in the ECAC championship game. Keith starred academically as well as she was a multi-time Atlantic East All-Academic pick and NFHCA Division III National Academic Squad member.
 
Coach Ott had this to say about gathering her staff, "We're thrilled to welcome Courtney Keith and Sara Hussey to our field hockey staff! They bring a championship mindset, great energy, and a deep passion for the game that will inspire our team every day. As former collegiate players and young leaders, Courtney and Sara know what it takes to succeed at a high level and will be great role models for our student-athletes. Courtney's goalkeeping expertise will be a key part of our success, while Sara's strength and experience as a defender will add depth and intensity to our backfield"
 
The Field Hockey team opens the 2025 season on Friday, August 29^th against Alfred University in Houghton, N.Y. They'll return to the Turf Field on Saturday, September 6^th at 4:00 PM, hosting Drew University.
 
"I'm beyond excited to be joining the Neumann field hockey staff and to coach alongside Head Coach Dana Ott and fellow assistant Courtney Keith. The energy and passion surrounding this program is contagious, and I'm grateful to be a part of it. I'm looking forward to learning, growing, and contributing in any way I can as we build something special here. It's an incredible opportunity to be part of a team that truly values culture, connection, and development both on and off the field." – Sara Hussey
 
"I'm grateful for the opportunity to be part of the Neumann field hockey program with Head Coach Dana Ott and alongside Coach Sara Hussey. I'm passionate about helping players grow both on and off the field, and I can't wait to get started. I'm excited to support the team's development, bring positive energy to the sidelines, and contribute to a competitive and supportive team culture!" – Courtney Keith