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Vote for preseason field hockey player of the year in Delaware

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 10:55 AM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Vote for preseason field hockey player of the year in Delaware
Summary

Voting is open for the Preseason Field Hockey Player of the Year, with candidates from Delaware's schools. Key players include Ava Elias of Smyrna, a first team All-State selection and defending state champion, and Atia Sabbagh of Cape Henlopen, also an All-State honoree who led her team to a championship game. Other nominees are Bernadette Patino from Archmere and Genevieve Walch from Newark Charter, both recognized for their strong performances last season. Fans can participate in the voting process today as the 2026 season approaches.

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Key Details
  • •Voting for Player of the Year is now open.
  • •Candidates include top returning players from last season.
  • •Ava Elias led Smyrna to the Division I state championship.
  • •Atia Sabbagh reached the Division I championship game.
  • •Voting will determine the preseason favorite among players.
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  • 10:55 AMYahoo Sports — Vote for the Preseason Field Hockey Player of the Year, presented by Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists
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Smyrna and Wilmington Friends are the defending state champions.

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