Campus Overview

Eastern University is a mid-sized private Christian liberal arts university located in the suburban Philadelphia suburbs, offering a close-knit academic community with strong faith-based and social justice orientations. With approximately 4,000 total students, the university provides an intimate learning environment with personalized attention.


Location & Setting Suburban setting in Saint Davids, Pennsylvania, located approximately 12 miles west of Philadelphia. The campus offers a peaceful, tree-lined environment with easy access to urban amenities via public transportation and nearby highways.

Campus Life Residential campus with approximately 70% of students living on campus, fostering a tight-knit community experience. The university emphasizes spiritual and social engagement, with numerous faith-based activities, service opportunities, and student organizations. While not a traditional party school, the campus offers meaningful social connections and weekend programming.

Student Body Predominantly undergraduate population with significant religious and socially conscious diversity. Students typically come from the Mid-Atlantic region, with growing national and international representation. The student body is characterized by strong commitments to social justice, community service, and Christian values.

Academics Liberal arts curriculum with strong programs in education, social work, business, and theological studies. Academically rigorous but supportive environment, with small class sizes (average 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio) and emphasis on experiential learning and global perspective.

Athletics & Sports NCAA Division III athletics with competitive programs in multiple sports. Strong emphasis on student-athlete academic achievement and personal development. Offers varsity sports including basketball, soccer, volleyball, and baseball, with robust intramural and club sports options.

Lifestyle & Weather Typical Northeastern four-season climate with mild summers, cold winters, and beautiful spring/fall transitions. Campus is somewhat car-dependent, though public transportation options exist. Proximity to Philadelphia provides additional recreational and internship opportunities for students seeking urban experiences.

Field Hockey (2025)

Level
D3 Unranked
Conference
Middle Atlantic Conference Commonwealth
Coach
Abbey Kemble

School

Type
Private (Lutheran MO Synod)
Classification
Master's: Larger Programs
Common Majors:
Business (18%)
Business Administration, Management and Operations (73%)
Marketing (13%)
• Accounting and Related Services (9%)
• Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations (3%)
• Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other (1%)
Health Professions (14%)
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (81%)
• Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions (12%)
• Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General (7%)
Education (14%)
Family Sciences (10%)
Theology (6%)

Student Body

Total
6,891
Undergrad
29%
Demographics
60% women
Student:Faculty
19:1

Programs of Interest

Environmental Science (1.2%)
Psychology (5.6%)
Biology (2.6%)
Sports Med / Kinesiology (18.5%)
French (0.3%)

Academics

Admission Rate
94%
Retention
71%
Graduation
56%

Costs

In-State
$37,420
Out-of-State
$37,420
Room & Board
$13,168
Avg Net Price
$25,885
Net price = average after financial aid

Weather

Winter
Moderate
HighLow
January42°23°
April65°42°
July89°67°
October68°45°
Oct/Apr = field hockey season

Location

Setting
Suburban (Suburb: Large)
Nearest City
New York, NY
Distance
85 miles

Coaching Staff

Name Position Contact Bio
Abbey Kemble Head Coach abigail.kemble@eastern.edu View Bio
Brittney Hickernell Assistant Coach brittney.hickernell@eastern.edu View Bio
Morgan Lawrence Assistant Coach - Goalkeepers View Bio
Jeneen Callahan Assistant Coach View Bio
Nick Mobile Athletic Trainer
Arturo Ramirez Guzman Head Field Hockey Strength Coach

Roster Breakdown

24 players

Geographic Recruiting

In-State: 38% (9 players)
US Out-of-State: 62% (15 players)
New Jersey: 42% (10 players)
Pennsylvania: 38% (9 players)

Position Breakdown

Forward: 6 (25.0%)
Forward/Midfielder: 2 (8.3%)
Midfielder: 4 (16.7%)
Midfielder/Defender: 2 (8.3%)
Defender: 7 (29.2%)
Goalkeeper: 3 (12.5%)

Class Year Distribution

Freshman: 10 (41.7%)
Sophomore: 4 (16.7%)
Junior: 4 (16.7%)
Senior: 6 (25.0%)

Full Roster (24 players)

# Name Position Year Height Hometown High School
00 Ayianna Ridgeway G FY. - Bridgeton, N.J. Bridgeton
1 Karlee Howard F Jr. - Oley, Pa. Oley Valley
2 Paige Brouse M/D Sr. - Duncannon, Pa. Susquenita
3 Grace LoBiondo D FY. - Milford, Del. Milford
4 Ryhanna Ridgeway F FY. - Bridgeton, N.J. Bridgeton
5 Kara Frantz F/M Sr. - Womelsdorf, Pa. Conrad Weiser
6 Madison Groetsch F FY. - Cape May, N.J. Lower Cape May
7 Angelina Ellis F FY. - Brookhaven, Pa. Sun Valley
8 Grace Barnett M So. - Middletown, Del. Odessa
9 Julia Potter D So. - Mays Landing, N.J. Cedar Creek
10 Megan Possinger D FY. - East Stroudsburg, Pa. East Stroudsburg South
11 Gloria Perez D FY. - La Verne, Calif. Bonita
12 Morgan Unruh F/M Sr. - Stroudsburg, Pa. Stroudsburg
13 Caitlyn Kowalski D FY. - Newark, Del. Saint Elizabeth
14 Braeley DiGregorio M FY. - Woodstown, N.J. Woodstown
15 Cameron Brancato M FY. - Stroudsburg, Pa. Stroudsburg
16 Kacie Agnew M/D Sr. - Haddon Township, N.J. Haddon Township
17 Jenna Reider M Jr. - Clark, N.J. Arthur L. Johnson
19 Alyssa Caldini D Jr. - Medford, N.J. Shawnee
20 Nevaeh Greene D Sr. - York, Pa. West York
23 CJ Summa F So. - Ellicott City, Md. Annapolis Area Christian
25 Abby Hakes F Sr. - Pottstown, Pa. Pottsgrove
66 Angelina Catania G So. - Hammonton, N.J. Hammonton
98 Christina Unger G Jr. - Mullica Hill, N.J. Clearview Regional