Campus Overview

La Salle University is a mid-sized private Catholic university located in the Germantown neighborhood of Philadelphia, offering a close-knit academic community with urban opportunities. With approximately 3,500 undergraduate students, La Salle provides an intimate learning environment within a major metropolitan setting.


Location & Setting Urban campus situated in northwest Philadelphia, approximately 6 miles from Center City. The university is located in a residential neighborhood with direct access to public transportation and city amenities. Campus is walkable and well-integrated with the surrounding urban landscape.

Campus Life Tight-knit community with a strong emphasis on personal connections and student engagement. On-campus housing available for approximately 60% of students, with a mix of traditional residence halls and apartment-style living. Limited Greek life presence, with social activities primarily centered around campus clubs, athletics, and community events.

Student Body Predominantly regional draw, with a significant percentage of students from Pennsylvania and surrounding mid-Atlantic states. Student population is diverse, with strong representation of first-generation college students. Campus culture emphasizes service, community involvement, and personal development through the university's Catholic Lasallian tradition.

Academics Known for strong programs in business, education, nursing, and health sciences. Offers small class sizes with a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing personalized academic support. Emphasizes experiential learning, internships, and practical skill development across disciplines.

Athletics & Sports NCAA Division I program competing in the Atlantic 10 Conference. Strong basketball tradition with competitive men's and women's teams. Offers 18 varsity sports with a focus on student-athlete academic and athletic development. Moderate campus athletic spirit with dedicated fan base.

Lifestyle & Weather Experiences four distinct seasons, with cold winters and warm summers typical of the Philadelphia region. Campus is highly accessible via public transit, though having a car can be beneficial. Proximity to Center City provides numerous cultural, recreational, and professional opportunities for students.

Field Hockey (2025)

Level
D1 Low
RPI Rank
#73
2025 Record
Overall: 7-11
Conference
Atlantic 10 Conference
Coach
Michael Warari
Recruiting Events:
Super Sixty December 2025Dec '25

School

Type
Private (Roman Catholic)
Classification
Doctoral/Professional
Common Majors:
Business (26%)
Marketing (32%)
Accounting and Related Services (20%)
• Finance and Financial Management Services (19%)
• Business Administration, Management and Operations (12%)
• Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods (7%)
• Business/Commerce, General (5%)
• International Business (4%)
Health Professions (24%)
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing (67%)
• Public Health (22%)
• Communication Disorders Sciences and Services (10%)
Interdisciplinary (7%)
Psychology (6%)
Homeland Security (5%)

Student Body

Total
3,094
Undergrad
64%
Demographics
65% women
Student:Faculty
12:1

Programs of Interest

Environmental Science (0.9%)
Psychology (6.4%)
Biology (3.1%)
Sports Med / Kinesiology (23.9%)
French (0.3%)

Academics

Admission Rate
86%
Retention
69%
Graduation
58%

Costs

In-State
$35,570
Out-of-State
$35,570
Room & Board
$15,590
Avg Net Price
$21,409
Net price = average after financial aid

Weather

Winter
Moderate
HighLow
January42°28°
April66°46°
July89°71°
October68°51°
Oct/Apr = field hockey season

Location

Setting
City (City: Large)
Nearest City
New York, NY
Distance
76 miles

Coaching Staff

Name Position Contact Bio
Michael Warari Head Coach warari@lasalle.edu View Bio
Darian Smith Assistant Coach smithdarian@lasalle.edu View Bio
Steve Wagner Assistant Coach, Goalkeeping View Bio

Roster Breakdown

24 players

Geographic Recruiting

In-State: 17% (4 players)
US Out-of-State: 42% (10 players)
International: 42% (10 players)
New Jersey: 17% (4 players)
Pennsylvania: 17% (4 players)

Position Breakdown

Forward: 6 (25.0%)
Forward/Midfielder: 4 (16.7%)
Midfielder: 3 (12.5%)
Midfielder/Defender: 3 (12.5%)
Defender: 5 (20.8%)
Goalkeeper: 3 (12.5%)

Class Year Distribution

Freshman: 8 (33.3%)
Sophomore: 7 (29.2%)
Junior: 7 (29.2%)
Senior: 2 (8.3%)

Full Roster (24 players)

# Name Position Year Height Hometown High School
00 Abby Boggs GK Jr. 5-7 Salem, N.J. Salem
1 Roos Pasveer F So. 5-2 Leeuwarden, Netherlands Marienburg
3 Rumbi Zimuto M/F So. 5-5 Harare, Zimbabwe Chisipite Senior School
4 Tannah Duncan M R-So. 5-7 Salt Rock, South Africa Epworth
5 Natalie Ricci D/M Jr. 5-4 Garnet Valley, PA Garnet Valley
6 Victoria Mirabelli D Fr. 5-4 Los Polvorines, Argentina Sagrado Corazón
8 Marisol Torreyson M/F So. 5-6 Crofton, MD. Archbishop Spalding
9 Gabrielle LaCroix M Jr. 5-7 Annapolis, Md. St. Mary's
11 Natalie Wilson D/M Jr. 5-7 Mechanicsburg, Pa. Mechanicsburg Area Senior
12 Sofia Enriquez F So. 5-4 Buenos Aires, Argentina Colegio Newlands
14 Kelsey Rowe F/M Fr. 5-5 Millersville, MD Severna Park
15 Carlye Bryant F Fr. 5-3 Syracuse, NY Fayetteville-Manlius Senior
16 Annabel Leussink M Fr. 5-8 Noord-Holland, Netherlands Laar & Berg
17 Coco Pelz D So. 5-6 Hamburg, Germany Gymnasium Eppendorf
19 Natalie Forman D Jr. 5-8 Pasadena, MD. Chesapeake
21 Janne Zillessen D Fr. 5-9 Berlin, Germany Paul Natorp Gymansium
22 Shea Burns D/M Sr. 5-8 Malvern, Pa. Villa Maria Academy
23 Matilda Diedrichsen D Jr. 5-7 Hamburg, Germany Gymnasium Heidberg
24 Erin Sicari F/D Fr. 5-6 San Diego, CA La Jolla Country Day School
26 Darian DeLeo F Jr. 5-1 Mullica Hill, N.J. Clearview Regional
27 Jeanne Legast F Fr. 5-10 Rixensart, Belgium Ecole International le Verseau
30 Brooke Mitchell F/M Fr. 5-10 Washington Township, NJ Camden Catholic
98 Zarah Synnestvedt G So. 5-9 Bryn Athyn, Pa. Academy of the New Church Girls School
99 Leah DiRenzo G Sr. 5-8 Hammonton, N.J. Camden Catholic