Central Michigan University Athletics
Trio to Join CMU Field Hockey Program
11/17/2015 12:00:00 AM | Field Hockey
Andy Sneddon, CMUChippewas.com
MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. - Central Michigan field hockey coach Molly Pelowski announced Tuesday three signees who comprise her first recruiting class.
"I am very excited to announce my first recruiting class here at Central Michigan University," said Pelowski, who was named CMU's coach in February and recently completed her first season as the head of the program.
"We are in the business of winning championships and building champions," Pelowski said. "I know these athletes will help to elevate the level of play and embody the values of our program. These three athletes are willing to commit to the work that must be done to earn wins on the field and in the classroom."
The new Chippewas are Sarah Mesko of Chelsea, Willow Guenther of Novi, and Abigail Ebersole of Duncannon, Pa.
Mesko is a defender/mid, Guenther plays mid/forward, and Ebersole is a goalkeeper who plans to enroll at CMU in January.
Ebersole recorded 27 shutouts and made more than 500 career saves at Susquenita High School.
"Ebersole is an outstanding goalkeeper who demonstrates an incredible work ethic," Pelowski said. "We are looking for her to compete for a position between the pipes. Having her on campus early is such a wonderful opportunity for her to immediately adjust to the speed of the college game and help to build our defensive structure."
Mesko was a two-time team captain and two-time All-Stater at Chelsea High School.
"Sarah is a highly regarded student-athlete from Chelsea High School and Pinnacle Field Hockey Club," Pelowski said. "I know that she will demonstrate an unrelenting commitment to our team and to Central Michigan University.
"She is going to be a great defender, teammate and someone that will exemplify Chippewa excellence both on the field and in the classroom."
Guenther holds the Novi High School career record for points (66) and her resumé includes nine years of AAA ice hockey.
"With her background in ice hockey, I know Willow will help to improve our attack and goal-scoring production," Pelowski said. "She will challenge her teammates and help our team attack."
Abigail Ebersole • Goalkeeper • Duncannon, Pa./Susquenita HS
Four-year varsity letterwinner … recorded 27 shutouts and 500-plus saves during high school career … earned Tri-Valley First Team All-Star honors in 2014, helping SHS win a PECO championship … played club field hockey with PA Mavericks … placed second in the National Club Championship in 2013 … won at the National Field Hockey Festival in 2013 and 2014 … participated in the National Indoor Tournament in 2013-15, winning the title in 2015 … played in the Keystone State Games (2013-15), capturing a championship in 2013 … participated in futures program for three years, winning the national tournament in 2014.
Sarah Mesko • Defense/Midfield • Chelsea, Mich./Chelsea HS
Six-year varsity starter … two-time team captain … earned MHSFHA First Team All-State honors in 2014 and second team recognition in 2013 … led Chelsea to a MHSFHA Division 1 regular season title in 2015 and a Division 3 title in 2013 … voted most valuable defender in 2013 and 2014 … played club field hockey with Pinnacle Field Hockey in Ann Arbor … selection to Nationals in 2014 … attended Disney Field Hockey Showcase and the National Field Hockey Festival (2012-15) … participated in futures for six years (2010-15) … also earned two varsity letters in soccer.
Willow Guenther • Midfield/Forward • Novi, Mich./Novi HS
Three-year varsity starter and letterwinner … holds the Novi HS record for career points (66) … totaled nine goals and six assists as a senior, leading the team in both categories … scored seven goals and had a team-high 14 assists as a junior … tallied five goals and four assists in sophomore season … led Novi to the playoff semifinals in 2013 and 2014 … played club field hockey with Pinnacle Field Hockey in Ann Arbor … selected as an alternate to Field Hockey Future Nationals in 2013 and 2015 … selected to Field Hockey Level 1 Futures …also earned three varsity letters in lacrosse, receiving all-league honorable mention recognition in 2014-15 … played nine years of AAA Ice Hockey.
