Campus Overview

D'Youville University is a small private Catholic institution located in Buffalo, New York, with an intimate student body of approximately 2,000 students. The university offers a close-knit, personalized academic experience with a strong focus on healthcare and professional education.


Location & Setting Urban campus located in Buffalo's West Side, offering direct access to the city's amenities and cultural resources. The campus is compact and walkable, integrated within the urban environment of Buffalo.

Campus Life Small campus with a tight-knit community feel. On-campus housing is available but limited, with many students commuting. Social life centers around academic programs, student organizations, and collaborative learning environments. Limited traditional collegiate social scene due to the university's professional and health sciences focus.

Student Body Predominantly local and regional student population, with a significant representation of first-generation college students. Strong diversity in academic interests, with a high concentration of students pursuing healthcare and professional degree programs. Mature, career-focused student demographic.

Academics Renowned for health sciences, nursing, pharmacy, and professional programs. Strong emphasis on hands-on learning, clinical experiences, and professional preparation. Smaller class sizes allow for personalized academic attention and mentorship.

Athletics & Sports NCAA Division III athletics with competitive programs in several sports. Balanced approach to athletics that emphasizes academic achievement and athletic participation. Moderate campus athletic spirit, typical of smaller universities.

Lifestyle & Weather Buffalo experiences classic Northeastern weather with cold winters and moderate summers. A car is helpful but not absolutely necessary due to urban campus location. Proximity to Lake Erie provides opportunities for outdoor recreation and city-based activities. Winter can be challenging with significant snowfall, typical of the Great Lakes region.

Field Hockey (2025)

Level
D2 Unranked
Conference
Independent
Coach
Bekah Davie
Recruiting Events:
Disney Showcase 2026

School

Type
Private
Classification
Doctoral/Professional
Common Majors:
Health Professions (62%)
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (61%)
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions (11%)
Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services (10%)
• Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions (10%)
• Health and Medical Administrative Services (4%)
• Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other (2%)
• Public Health (1%)
• Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General (1%)
Liberal Arts (21%)
Interdisciplinary (7%)
Biology (3%)
Psychology (3%)

Student Body

Total
2,544
Undergrad
51%
Demographics
74% women
Student:Faculty
11:1

Programs of Interest

Environmental Science
Psychology (3.3%)
Biology (3.3%)
Sports Med / Kinesiology (62.4%)
French

Academics

Admission Rate
82%
SAT Median
1,037
SAT Range
885-1,190
Retention
72%
Graduation
57%

Costs

In-State
$33,560
Out-of-State
$33,560
Room & Board
$11,800
Avg Net Price
$19,585
Net price = average after financial aid

Weather

Winter
Cold
HighLow
January32°19°
April55°36°
July80°63°
October60°44°
Oct/Apr = field hockey season

Location

Setting
City (City: Large)
Nearest City
Toronto, ON
Distance
58 miles

Coaching Staff

Name Position Contact Bio
Bekah Davie Interim Head Field Hockey Coach View Bio
Peyton Bentley Volunteer Assistant Field Hockey Coach View Bio
Mira Carver Volunteer Assistant Coach View Bio
Kerri Brace Sport Supervisor
Michael Plandowski Athletic Trainer
Alex Henderson Media Contact
Rachel Larabee Strength & Conditioning Coach
Jacob Kopasz Academic Success Coach
Bob Neumann Game Operations
Maggie D'Youville II Spirit Coordinator

Roster Breakdown

22 players

Geographic Recruiting

In-State: 36% (8 players)
US Out-of-State: 50% (11 players)
International: 9% (2 players)
New York: 36% (8 players)
Pennsylvania: 18% (4 players)

Position Breakdown

Forward: 4 (18.2%)
Forward/Midfielder: 3 (13.6%)
Midfielder: 3 (13.6%)
Midfielder/Defender: 3 (13.6%)
Defender: 6 (27.3%)
Goalkeeper: 3 (13.6%)

Class Year Distribution

Freshman: 10 (45.5%)
Sophomore: 11 (50.0%)
Junior: 1 (4.5%)

Full Roster (22 players)

# Name Position Year Height Hometown High School
1 Erica Prible F/M So. 5-4 Holland, N.Y, Holland
2 Madisyn Grawl F So. 5-5 Burlington, N.J. Burlington
3 Meeah Wegrzynowski F So. 5-2 Eden, N.Y. Eden
4 Addyson Trimbell F/M Fr. 5-4 Walton, N.Y. Walton
6 Sami Neidhold M Fr. 5-5 Virginia Beach, Va. Floyd E Kellam
8 Olivia McClaine M So. 5-6 Akron, N.Y. Akron
9 Caroline Pitarra M/D Fr. 5-3 Dallas, Pa. Dallas
11 Sydney Baynes F Fr. 5-5 West Pittston, Pa. Wyoming Area
12 Sydney Bolesta D So. 5-4 Dallas, Pa. Dallas
14 Victoria Kile M Fr. 5-3 Littlestown, Pa. Littlestown
16 Isabel Mehnert D Fr. 5-5 Williamsville, N.Y. Williamsville South
18 Isabella Fazio D So. 5-0 Cazenovia, N.Y. Cazenovia
19 Maya Lovelace D So. 5-0 Glen Allen, Va. J.R. Tucker
20 Annabel Holland D Fr. 5-6 East Aurora, N.Y. East Aurora
21 Breanna Puccia D So. 5-2 Liverpool, N.Y. Liverpool
22 Chloe Burkhard D/M So. 5-8 Vestal, N.Y. Vestal
23 Carter Bower D/M Fr. 5-8 Houston, Texas St. Agnes Academy
24 Nicole Chapungu M/F So. 5-6 Harare, Zimbabwe Lomagundi College
27 Ella Darvalics F Fr. 5-4 Franklin, N.J. Wallkill Valley Regional
28 Hallie Villavechia GK Jr. 5-5 Houston, Texas Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart
39 Georgiana Pool GK Fr. 5-6 Auckland, New Zealand St. Mary's College Ponsonby
86 Sarah Reifsnyder GK So. 5-11 Pylesville, Md. North Harford