University of North Carolina Athletics
2026 Field Hockey Roster
Jersey Number 19
Molly Nussbaumer
- Position:
- M
- Class:
- Freshman
- Hometown:
- Chapel Hill, N.C.
- High School:
- Cardinal Gibbons
HIGH SCHOOL
• Three-time North Carolina state champion.
• Two-time All-State and four-time All-Conference honoree.
• Named the Offensive Player of the Year in her senior season.
• Gold medalist at the U21 Nexus Championships.
NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL
• Member of the 2026 U-21 USWNT roster.
PERSONAL
• Why Carolina? - "UNC has always felt like home to me. Growing up in Chapel Hill, I've been so lucky to be able to watch some of my favorite athletes and role models compete. The energy that the fans bring is incredible, and being able to go from cheering in the stands to wearing the jersey is truly a dream come true. The history of Carolina athletics is something I am so grateful to be a part of. Go Heels!!!!!"
• Grew up playing soccer.
• Also enjoyed playing other sports like tennis, basketball, and swimming.
• Favorites hobbies: pickleball and spike ball.
• Three-time North Carolina state champion.
• Two-time All-State and four-time All-Conference honoree.
• Named the Offensive Player of the Year in her senior season.
• Gold medalist at the U21 Nexus Championships.
NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL
• Member of the 2026 U-21 USWNT roster.
PERSONAL
• Why Carolina? - "UNC has always felt like home to me. Growing up in Chapel Hill, I've been so lucky to be able to watch some of my favorite athletes and role models compete. The energy that the fans bring is incredible, and being able to go from cheering in the stands to wearing the jersey is truly a dream come true. The history of Carolina athletics is something I am so grateful to be a part of. Go Heels!!!!!"
• Grew up playing soccer.
• Also enjoyed playing other sports like tennis, basketball, and swimming.
• Favorites hobbies: pickleball and spike ball.
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