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Sophia Smith

Class of 2028 • Goalkeeper

Hometown
Chicago, IL
Club
Rise

The player

Sophia Smith is a Class of 2028 field hockey athlete at St. Ignatius College Prep (IL).

Recognition & experience

High school

2026

Class of 2028 goalkeeper from Chicago, attending St. Ignatius College Prep, and will start competing for Rise Field Hockey upon my season's completion. As a goalkeeper, I take pride in being a vocal leader, organizing my defense, communicating early, and competing in high-pressure situations. I am a two-time defensive player of the year and bring quick reactions, strong positioning, and composure to the goal. I am also a multi-sport athlete, competing in field hockey and soccer, which has helped develop my athleticism, quickness, and competitiveness. Academically, I am a strong student in rigorous Honors/AP classes, and am looking for a college where I can continue to grow academically and athletically. I am highly motivated to compete at the collegiate level and find the right fit.

2026 Varsity Goalkeeper Stats — Through 8 Games | Updated September 17, 2026 | 8 GP/8 GS | 480 minutes played | 109 saves | 13.6 saves per game | .801 save percentage | 3.38 GAA

Faced 136 shots on goal and made 109 saves while consistently handling a high-volume workload against a challenging schedule that includes nationally ranked competition. Vocal, composed goalkeeper who organizes the defensive circle and makes high-pressure saves.

Two-Time Defensive Player of the Year (2024, 2025)