QU Field Hockey Introduces Freshman Class of 2016: Olivia Golini, Marisa Larkin and Valerie Perkins
1/21/2016 12:05:00 PM | Field Hockey
HAMDEN, Connecticut – The fourth and final segment of Quinnipiac field hockey head coach Becca Main's introduction of the Bobcats' 2016 freshman class features Olivia Golini (York, Maine), Marisa Larkin (Saratoga Springs, New York) and Valerie Perkins (Lakeland, New York). The trio are part of Quinnipiac's nine-person incoming freshman class that have signed National Letters of Intent (NLI) or financial award letters to attend Quinnipiac University beginning in the Fall 2016 season.
Quinnipiac Field Hockey Class of 2016 By The Numbers
Olivia Golini
Goalkeeper
York, Maine/York High School/Phillips Andover Academy
Quinnipiac Head Coach Becca Main on Olivia Golini
"Experience and wingspan make Livy a perfect choice to work to fill the shoes of our highly decorated graduating goalkeeper. Livy came to a clinic on campus and we were so pleased with her comfort and efficiency in the cage that we right away felt she could be a wonderful netminder for us. Olivia has a solid chance at becoming a starting goalkeeper and we are pleased she has chosen Quinnipiac to call home."
Olivia Golini on attending Quinnipiac University
"I cannot wait to see what the future holds for me at Quinnipiac. I fell in love with its campus, its facilities, and most of all, the family that is the field hockey team. I am excited for what is to come, and I am eager to be a part of such an amazing group of players and coaches."
Olivia Golini Highlights
At York:
Forward
Saratoga Springs, New York/Saratoga Springs HS
Quinnipiac Head Coach Becca Main on Marisa Larkin
"In order to improve our scoring ability in the Big East we need players like Marisa who have a knack for the cage and smart tactical skills in the field of play. Marisa was recruited to start for us as a freshman and with her efficiency around the ball and strong skills on the press we hope to see her contribute immediately on the forward line. Marisa will bring a strong sense of play in the attacking midfield and attack transition skills to improve our chances at specialty situation scoring."
Marisa Larkin on attending Quinnipiac University
"I fell in love with the campus the first time I visited. Meeting the coaches and team made it feel like a home away from home. I'm extremely excited to continue my education at Quinnipiac and proudly put on a Bobcats field hockey jersey!"
Marisa Larkin Highlights
Midfield/Forward
Lakeland, New York/Lakeland HS
Quinnipiac Head Coach Becca Main on Valerie Perkins
"Lakeland High School is a proven champion and Valerie has been an instrumental player in their four state championships in four years. She is a dynamic playmaker and has the ability to control the flow of the attack transition with her stick skills and passing ability. Valerie is diverse and unpredictable on the field and we plan to utilize her ability to set up plays to goal from the midfield and forward line. We have had many elite Lakeland players at Quinnipiac including current forward sensation Felicia Costanzo and we couldn't be more pleased to welcome Valerie to the Bobcat program."
Marisa Larkin on attending Quinnipiac University
"I am so excited to become a part of the Quinnipiac field hockey family next fall! I look forward to continuing my education at such a well-respected university and making lifelong friendships with my teammates and other students. I can't wait to be a Bobcat!"
Valerie Perkins Highlights
Quinnipiac Field Hockey Class of 2016 By The Numbers
| 3 | High School Regional All-Americans |
| 5 | All-State Selections |
| 6 | Captains |
| 9 | State Championships |
| 10 | All-Conference Selections |
| 15 | Conference Titles |
Olivia Golini
Goalkeeper
York, Maine/York High School/Phillips Andover Academy
Quinnipiac Head Coach Becca Main on Olivia Golini
"Experience and wingspan make Livy a perfect choice to work to fill the shoes of our highly decorated graduating goalkeeper. Livy came to a clinic on campus and we were so pleased with her comfort and efficiency in the cage that we right away felt she could be a wonderful netminder for us. Olivia has a solid chance at becoming a starting goalkeeper and we are pleased she has chosen Quinnipiac to call home."
Olivia Golini on attending Quinnipiac University
"I cannot wait to see what the future holds for me at Quinnipiac. I fell in love with its campus, its facilities, and most of all, the family that is the field hockey team. I am excited for what is to come, and I am eager to be a part of such an amazing group of players and coaches."
Olivia Golini Highlights
At York:
- Two-time Western Maine Conference All-Academic Team at York HS (2013, 2014)
- Two-time Western Maine Conference All-Conference Team at York HS (2013, 2014)
- Two-time Western Maine Champions (2013, 2014)
- Maine State Class B Champions (2014, first undefeated season in program history)
- Captain in 2014
- 2014 Maine FHA Academic All-State Award
- York single-season shutout record (15) in 2013
- Class A New England Prep School Athletic Council (NEPSAC) Champions at Phillips Andover Academy (2015)
- Class A All-Tournament Team (2015)
- Class A All-Tournament MVP (2015)
- Harrow Sports / NFHCA High School All-Massachusetts Region Team (2015)
Forward
Saratoga Springs, New York/Saratoga Springs HS
Quinnipiac Head Coach Becca Main on Marisa Larkin
"In order to improve our scoring ability in the Big East we need players like Marisa who have a knack for the cage and smart tactical skills in the field of play. Marisa was recruited to start for us as a freshman and with her efficiency around the ball and strong skills on the press we hope to see her contribute immediately on the forward line. Marisa will bring a strong sense of play in the attacking midfield and attack transition skills to improve our chances at specialty situation scoring."
Marisa Larkin on attending Quinnipiac University
"I fell in love with the campus the first time I visited. Meeting the coaches and team made it feel like a home away from home. I'm extremely excited to continue my education at Quinnipiac and proudly put on a Bobcats field hockey jersey!"
Marisa Larkin Highlights
- Two-time New York All-State Team (2014, 2015)
- Three-time NYSPHSAA Scholar Athlete (2013, 2014, 2015)
- Two-time Suburban Council All-Star (2014, 2015)
- Times Union Field Hockey Player of the Year (2014)
- New York State Section II Class A Champions (2014)
- New York State Regional Class A Champions (2014)
- New York State Section II Class A Semifinalist (2012, 2013)
Midfield/Forward
Lakeland, New York/Lakeland HS
Quinnipiac Head Coach Becca Main on Valerie Perkins
"Lakeland High School is a proven champion and Valerie has been an instrumental player in their four state championships in four years. She is a dynamic playmaker and has the ability to control the flow of the attack transition with her stick skills and passing ability. Valerie is diverse and unpredictable on the field and we plan to utilize her ability to set up plays to goal from the midfield and forward line. We have had many elite Lakeland players at Quinnipiac including current forward sensation Felicia Costanzo and we couldn't be more pleased to welcome Valerie to the Bobcat program."
Marisa Larkin on attending Quinnipiac University
"I am so excited to become a part of the Quinnipiac field hockey family next fall! I look forward to continuing my education at such a well-respected university and making lifelong friendships with my teammates and other students. I can't wait to be a Bobcat!"
Valerie Perkins Highlights
- NFHCA All- Region All American
- Four-time New York State Class B Champion at Lakeland (2012, 2013, 2014, 2015)
- All New York State (2015)
- Three-time All-League (2013, 2014, 2015)
- Two-time All-Elite (2014, 2015)
- Two-time All-Section (2014, 2015)
- Journal News Westchester/Putnam Second Team (2014)
- AAU Junior Olympics (2014)
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