BRISTOL, R.I. – The Roger Williams University Field Hockey team has selected its captains for the upcoming season, with junior Callie Flanagan and seniors Lea Peterson and Erika Schlageter set to lead the team. The captains were selected for the honor by their teammates and coaches.
 
"The three captains balance each other out nicely and the opportunity to engage with the captains virtually throughout the spring and summer has allowed our staff and captains to grow into a united field hockey program," said Head Coach Kelly Blackhurst.
 
Flanagan started all 22 games last season and played every single minute in goal for the Hawks. She was selected to the 2019 All-CCC Second Team, leading the conference with a .781 save percentage while setting new RWU single-season records in wins, shutouts, saves, and save percentage. A stellar student, Flanagan was selected to the Fall Academic All-CCC Team and the NFHCA Division III National Academic Squad.
 
Peterson played in all 22 games last season with eight starters for the Hawks. As a midfielder, she contributed three assists on the year, including the game-winning goal against Eastern Connecticut State on September 10^th. Similar to Flanagan, Peterson was also selected to the Fall Academic All-CCC Team and the NFHCA Division III National Academic Squad.
 
As a defender for the Hawks, Schlageter helped the team to three wins in her games played, including a 2-0 shutout victory against CCC opponent Gordon College. Schlageter also was selected to the Fall Academic All-CCC Team and NFHCA Division III National Academic Squad.
 
"Callie is the team's mainstay on defense and is incredibly committed to excellence and preparation. Lea is an experienced attacker on the team who is constantly hustling and supporting her teammates. Erika's attention to the details is critical to our team's success. Her maturity and commitment to the standards of preparation is top notch."
 
"Together, they have helped elevate our standard of performance!"