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2015 Girls Field Hockey Preview

ogaines@charlotteobserver.com

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Kathryn Holland, Charlotte Country Day

2014 Stats: 20 goals, three assists.

Why Her?: Two-time all-state forward had six game-winning goals last year, including the decisive score in Bucs

Charlotte Observer Field Hockey Players to Watch

Ali Gakenheimer, Charlotte Country Day, Forward/Midfielder, Sr.: All-conference performer, four-year starter will play a big role for Bucs; a three-sport standout also starring for Bucs

Camille Kane, Charlotte Latin, Forward, Jr.: All-state forward back to lead Hawks after notching 13 goals, 13 assists as sophomore.

Celine Ives, Providence Day, Forward, Sr.: Versatile athlete, all-conference performer will be a big key for Chargers

Megan Frost, Myers Park, Forward/Midfield, Fr.: Mustang freshman will have an immediate impact for her team, as she is already an accomplished club field hockey and soccer player entering high school.

Charlotte Observer Field Hockey Teams to Watch

Charlotte Country Day: Two-time, defending NCISAA state champions will be the team to beat again as they go for a three-peat.

Charlotte Latin: Hawks are a perennial state title contender.

Charlotte Catholic: The Cougars had their best season in school history last year, finishing as state runner-up to seven-time state champion, East Chapel Hill. Now, they want to get back and win it all.

Ardrey Kell: First-year program eager to get things started, prove itself on the field.

This story was originally published August 16, 2015 at 7:42 PM with the headline "2015 Girls Field Hockey Preview."

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