Campus Overview

Colby-Sawyer College is an intimate, private liberal arts college nestled in the picturesque town of New London, New Hampshire. With approximately 700-800 students, it's a quintessential small college offering a close-knit, personalized educational experience.


Location & Setting Rural/small-town setting in central New Hampshire, located in the scenic Lake Sunapee region. The campus is situated in a charming, quiet New England town with mountain and lake landscapes nearby. While rural, the location provides easy access to outdoor recreation and is within driving distance of larger cities like Manchester and Boston.

Campus Life Intimate campus environment with a tight-knit community feel. Most students live on campus, creating strong social connections. Limited Greek life, with social activities centered around campus events, clubs, and shared outdoor experiences. The small student body means students know each other well and interact across different social groups.

Student Body Predominantly from the Northeast United States, with a growing representation of international students. Typical students are academically motivated, interested in personal growth, and drawn to hands-on learning experiences. Strong emphasis on community engagement and interdisciplinary studies.

Academics Known for strong undergraduate programs with low student-to-faculty ratios, enabling personalized academic support. Notable strengths in health sciences, business, education, and environmental studies. Curriculum emphasizes experiential learning, internships, and close faculty mentorship.

Athletics & Sports NCAA Division III athletics with competitive programs in sports like basketball, soccer, and volleyball. Strong emphasis on student-athlete academic performance. Campus athletic culture is supportive and inclusive, with sports serving as a way to build community rather than dominate social life.

Lifestyle & Weather Classic New England climate with distinct four seasons: cold, snowy winters; mild springs; warm summers; and spectacular fall foliage. A car is recommended for accessing off-campus activities, though campus is walkable. Abundant outdoor recreation opportunities including hiking, skiing, lake activities, and mountain sports.

Field Hockey (2025)

Level
D3 Unranked
Conference
Great Northeast Athletic Conference
Coach
Emily Dewdney

School

Type
Private
Classification
Baccalaureate: Diverse Fields
Common Majors:
Health Professions (42%)
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (78%)
• Public Health (16%)
• Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions (5%)
Recreation (9%)
Business (8%)
Business Administration, Management and Operations (91%)
• Accounting and Related Services (9%)
Education (7%)
Psychology (6%)

Student Body

Total
894
Undergrad
87%
Demographics
72% women
Student:Faculty
10:1

Programs of Interest

Environmental Science (2.4%)
Psychology (5.9%)
Biology (5.5%)
Sports Med / Kinesiology (50.8%)
French

Academics

Admission Rate
90%
Retention
81%
Graduation
62%

Costs

In-State
$18,400
Out-of-State
$18,400
Room & Board
$16,858
Avg Net Price
$25,857
Net price = average after financial aid

Weather

Winter
Cold
HighLow
January29°13°
April53°33°
July79°59°
October57°39°
Oct/Apr = field hockey season

Location

Setting
Rural (Rural: Remote)
Nearest City
Boston, MA
Distance
86 miles

Coaching Staff

Name Position Contact Bio
Emily Dewdney Head Coach emily.dewdney@colby-sawyer.edu View Bio
Courtney Lampert 18 Mses 24 Assistant Coach clampert@colby-sawyer.edu View Bio
Julia Lanctot 21 G 22 Assistant Coach View Bio
Sophie Pedro Team Manager View Bio
Ella Riley Team Manager View Bio
Alan Maynard Head Athletic Trainer

Roster Breakdown

26 players

Geographic Recruiting

In-State: 54% (14 players)
US Out-of-State: 46% (12 players)
New Hampshire: 54% (14 players)
Massachusetts: 15% (4 players)

Position Breakdown

Forward: 6 (23.1%)
Midfielder: 10 (38.5%)
Defender: 6 (23.1%)
Goalkeeper: 3 (11.5%)

Class Year Distribution

Sophomore: 5 (19.2%)
Junior: 6 (23.1%)
Senior: 4 (15.4%)
5th Year/Grad: 1 (3.8%)

Full Roster (26 players)

# Name Position Year Height Hometown High School
00 Addy Araneo GK Gr. 5-5 Yorktown Heights, N.Y. Yorktoen High School
1 Kylie Walden Fwd Jr. 5-1 Bellingham, Mass. Bellingham High School
2 Cecilia Ponzini Mid Sr. 5-3 Windham, N.H. Windham High School
3 Mikayla Thornton D/Mid R-Jr. 5-1 Lebanon, N.H. Lebanon High School
4 Paige Trombly D/Mid First Year 5-5 Hartford, VT Hartford High School
5 Abby Olden Fwd Jr. 5-4 Belchertown, Mass. Belchertown High School
6 Grey McDonald Mid First Year 5-2 Manchester, N.H. Manchester Memorial High School
7 Taylor Gaudette fwd Sr. 5-3 North Conway, N.H. Kennett High School
8 Sophia McAdams D So. 5-2 Derry, N.H. Pinkerton Academy
9 Ashley Pelletier Mid So. 5-7 Bridgton, Maine Lake Region High School
10 Aili Carney D/Mid Jr. 5-7 Derry, N.H. Pinkerton Academy
11 Jillian Fredette Fwd/Mid First Year 5-7 Weare, N.H. John Stark Regional High School
13 Ava Bennett Mid So. 5-6 Hampstead, N.H. Pinkerton Academy
14 Emily Fredette D First Year 5-9 Weare, N.H. John Stark Regional High School
15 Zoe Dries Fwd First Year 5-9 Windham, Maine Windham High School
16 Olivia Watson Fwd/D First Year 5-4 Danvers, Mass. Bishop Fenwick High School
18 Jocelyne Lampron D Sr. 5-7 Newton, N.H. Sanborn High School
19 Reese Holcomb - First Year 5-8 Essex Junction, VT Essex High School
20 Luci Walden Mid First Year 5-1 Bellingham, Mass. Bellingham High School
21 Aubrey Fischer Mid Jr. 5-6 Weare, N.H. John Stark Regional High School
22 Reagan Fischer D Jr. 5-4 Weare, N.H. John Stark Regional High School
24 Brianna Ter Horst D First Year 5-3 Falmouth, Maine Falmouth High School
25 Claire Stroshine D Sr. 5-3 Keene, N.H. Keene High School
26 Brooke Farquhar Fwd So. 5-8 Gorham, Maine Gorham High School
97 Sophie Krauss GK First Year 5-9 Essex, VT Essex High School
99 Ashlee Blashock GK So. - Lebanon, N.H. / -