The U.S. U-21 Women's National Team has named three Duke athletes—Madison Beach, Shae Wozniak, and Abigail Gerdeman—to compete in the upcoming 2026 Junior Pan American Cup. Set to take place from April 6-18 in Santiago, Chile, this tournament is a qualifier for the 2027 FIH Junior World Cup. Head coach Ange Bradley selected the team after four competitive selection camps held from December through March. Beach and Wozniak are current Blue Devils, while Gerdeman will join the team this fall after completing high school. The team aims to unite quickly to maximize their training time for successful qualification.

By the Numbers
  • The Junior Pan American Cup runs from April 6-18, 2026.
  • The top four teams will qualify for the 2027 FIH Junior World Cup.
State of Play
  • The selection process included four camps, indicating a highly competitive environment.
  • Beach has previous international experience, having played in last year's FIH Hockey Women's Junior World Cup.
What's Next

The focus for the selected athletes will shift towards intensive training to optimize their preparation for the Pan American Cup. Success in this tournament is critical for qualifying for the Junior World Cup, setting the stage for future international competition.

Bottom Line

This selection showcases Duke's strength in women's field hockey and highlights the potential of its future players. The team aims to leverage their competitive edge and teamwork to secure spots in the next Junior World Cup.