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Hamilton: 2013 – 2014 Women’s College Squash Season Preview

Hamilton College Clinton, NY — Hamilton only graduated two players from its starting line-up, but both played in the top three. However, the Continentals are optimistic about the upcoming season. “We’ve adequately replaced the departing seniors with some new, exciting talent. Along with some veteran players, we look forward to a very positive season,” says Hamilton sports information director Jim Taylor. The new talent includes Rachel Newman, a transfer student who played number 1 for William Smith last season, and Lillie Simourian, who played number 1 for Milton Academy; Newman and Simourian are both expected to play in the top three. Additionally, Perry Von Stade (Lawrenceville School) and Alex Regan (Westminster School) will add more depth to the Continentals’ line-up. A lot is going on with the Hamilton program: the team is planning a training trip to the San Francisco area and volunteer work with Hamilton Against Hunger and urban squash programs. A new full-time assistant coach will be joining the program, and former Colby number 1 Kate Pistel will also be joining the staff. Hamilton will also be hosting the NESCAC championships for the first time ever. “We think we have a very cohesive team that works hard, is supportive and respectful of each other and the teams and opponents that we are playing,” says Taylor.

2012-2013 SEASON RECAP

Season Record: 12-10

Final Ranking: 19

Team Championships: 3rd in the Walker Cup (C Division)

2013-2014 SEASON PREVIEW

Program Status: Varsity

Head Coach: Jamie King

Returning Players from Team Championships: 2. Hilary Gray (2015); 4. Elizabeth Morris (2015); 5. Isabelle Weisman (2015); 6. Hannah Coffin (2014); 7. Hillary Kolodner (2014 – NESCAC All-Academic); 8. Lindsay Arader (2016); 9. Kelsey Bogle (2014); 10. Katherine Rogers (2014 – Scholar Athlete; NESCAC All-Academic)

Graduated/Non-Returning Players from 2012-2013 Team Championships: 1. Amanda Thorman (2013 – Scholar Athlete; NESCAC All-Academic); 3. Claire Corroon (2013 – NESCAC All-Sportsmanship); 11. Alexis Lee (2013 – Scholar Athlete; NESCAC All-Academic)

Additions to the 2013-2014 Roster:

  • Expected to play in the top 3: Rachel Newman (Lower Merion HS – transfer from William Smith) and Lillie Simourian (Milton Academy)
  • Expected to play in the bottom 3: Perry Von Stade (Lawrenceville School) and Alex Regan (Westminster School)

Team Goals: Improve sportsmanship and individual skills as team improves in the rankings

Key Matches: NESCAC matches

To read other team previews, please visit the 2013-2014 College Squash Season Previews page.

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