In a clash of top-five college field hockey teams on September 20, former Uxbridge High teammates Amelia Blood and Kendall Gilmore went head-to-head, with No. 5 Maryland edging out No. 4 Wake Forest in a tight 1-0 battle.
High School History, College Rivalry
Amelia Blood, a freshman back, got the start for Wake Forest, showing why she’s a crucial part of their defense, having started five of their seven games and already bagging a goal this season. On the other side, Kendall Gilmore, a freshman midfielder, saw significant minutes off the bench for the victorious Terrapins. Gilmore’s already played in eight games with one start, netting a goal and an assist herself. These two were absolute powerhouses at Uxbridge High, helping their Spartans snag an insane five straight state titles. Talk about starting your college career with some serious pedigree!
The Uxbridge Dynasty Continues in D1
But it’s not just Blood and Gilmore making waves. Two other stars from that Uxbridge dynasty, Julianna Casucci and Julia Okenquist, are also kicking off their Division 1 college careers. Casucci is with the University of New Hampshire, where she’s started three of six games and already has a goal to her name. Okenquist is suiting up for Holy Cross, though she’s still waiting for her first appearance with the Crusaders. It just goes to show you the kind of talent coming out of Uxbridge. Blood, Gilmore, Casucci, and Okenquist were all eighth graders on that first state title team back in 2021, and together, they built a ridiculous 109-3-2 record over five years. That’s a legacy right there.
It’s super cool to see these former teammates taking their game to the next level. We’ll be keeping an eye on how all these Uxbridge talents continue to develop through their freshman seasons in Division 1. They’re making their mark, and it’s awesome to watch.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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