 
Blair Academy junior Abigail Kreider commits to American University!
Player Name:Â Abigail Kreider
Grad Year: 2019
College Choice:Â American University
Date Committed:Â February 19, 2018
Position:Â Midfield/Forward
State:Â New Jersey
High School: Blair Academy
Club: New Jersey Starz
Honors/Accomplishments: First Team All State – Prep A League 2016 & 2017, First Team All Conference – Mid-Atlantic Prep 2016 & 2017
What will you major in/study?: Justice and Law
Why did you choose this school?: I chose American University in DC because I felt like I fit in right away. The school is academically challenging, offers access to internships and jobs in the nation’s capital, and the field hockey team is a power-house in the Patriot League. Coach Jennings and Coach Montgomery have built a culture of trust, teamwork, and excellence. I am honored to become part of it when I graduate.
Other colleges considered: There were many other colleges that I could have seen myself attending, each for different reasons.
Anyone you would like to thank?: I would like to thank my coaches, Sarah O’Neill of Blair Academy, Jim, Toni, and Tori Popinko at New Jersey Starz, Victor Ochering from Rapid Fire who first taught me how to play, and my mom who coached my team from 2nd-8th grade. Everyone’s support and positive encouragement made me believe in myself.
