Madison Ranalli Named Utica’s First-Ever Empire 8 Defensive Player of the Year
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- Madison Ranalli named Utica's first ever Empire 8 Defensive Player of the Year
- Five members of the Utica University field hockey team named to All-Empire 8 teams
- Emily Frank honored as Utica's representative on the 2023 Empire 8 Field Hockey Sportswoman of the Year Team
Madison Ranalli, a player from Utica University’s field hockey team, has been named the Empire 8 Defensive Player of the Year along with earning All-Empire 8 First Team honors. Ranalli broke her own record by achieving 17 defensive saves, securing her position as the national leader in defensive saves. Alyssa Pisano, Mackenzie Mix, and Nicole Servider were also recognized as All-Empire 8 selections, with Pisano leading the team with 30 points and Mix showcasing her speed on the field. Additionally, Emily Frank received the Empire 8 Sportswoman of the Year award, recognizing her integrity and sportsmanship.
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