UNC Field Hockey’s Fresh Start | Raleigh News

Raleigh News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 15, 2026 · 1m

UNC field hockey is poised for a breakout season under Coach Erin Matson, who’s building a completely new roster with zero returning starters from last year’s squad. Despite losing key scorers and captains, the Tar Heels are loaded with top-tier talent—including Sofia Ferri and Morgan O’Donnell, both top-ten recruits from Matson’s own club—and international stars from the Netherlands and England. They also welcome a standout transfer goalie from Harvard. Matson expects eight newcomers to play immediately and predicts a more dynamic, flashy style this season. The team kicks off against…