...field hockey has such a good culture and I love the sport and wanted to continue that in college.
Name: Avery Slucher
Class year: 2026
Major: undeclared
Why did you choose Ohio Wesleyan?
Firstly, the field hockey team and their culture, and the campus (is) pretty. There are also so many options for students.
Why did you choose to compete in sports at Ohio Wesleyan?
I chose to play on a team because field hockey has such a good culture and I love the sport and wanted to continue that in college.
Do you have any pre-event rituals or superstitions?
I always wear the same pair of socks under my shin guards, they're Minion socks.
What are your strengths as an athlete (as an individual)?
I'm a very coachable player and listen well when coaches tell me to work on something or try a new skill.
What event/sport other than your own would you like to try?
I would like to try volleyball because I find that sport very interesting to watch.
Is there a specific coach or teammate who has helped you get where you are?
Our captain, Veronica (Hardman), has helped me a lot. She gives great advice and we play the same position, so just watching her play helps a lot because she is a great player.
If you could have a super power, what would it be?
I would want to be able to transport because I wouldn't need a car and it would be a lot quicker.
Which three people, living or dead, would you like to share a meal with?
I would like to share a meal with Princess Diana, Andrew Garfield, and Cher.
What is your go-to game-day snack?
GoGo squeeZes and Mott's gummies
by Michaela Alfano '25
