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Kelly Smith (left) and Ryleigh Heck will represent the U.S. in July.
Heck And Smith Named To USA Squad
May 21, 2024 | Field Hockey
Two Tar Heels have been named to the roster for the upcoming Junior Pan American Championship, set for July 2-12 in Canada. Rising junior Ryleigh Heck and rising senior Kelly Smith are among 18 athletes selected and announced by USA Field Hockey on Monday.
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The event, to be held in Surrey, British Columbia, is a qualifier for the 2025 FIH Hockey Junior World Cup. The top three women's teams will earn Junior World Cup spots.
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Heck is one of eight athletes who represented the U.S. at last year's JPAC as well as the 2024 Junior World Cup. Smith is among those headed for a first JPAC appearance.
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The U.S. squad opens play on July 3 against Uruguay. For more information, click here.
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The event, to be held in Surrey, British Columbia, is a qualifier for the 2025 FIH Hockey Junior World Cup. The top three women's teams will earn Junior World Cup spots.
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Heck is one of eight athletes who represented the U.S. at last year's JPAC as well as the 2024 Junior World Cup. Smith is among those headed for a first JPAC appearance.
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The U.S. squad opens play on July 3 against Uruguay. For more information, click here.
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