Top 10 2023 Olivia Bent-Cole
commits to Northwestern University!

Player Name: Olivia Bent-Cole
Grad Year: 2023
Player Ranking: Top 10
College Choice: Northwestern University (D1)
Date Committed: October 2021
State: Pennsylvania
High School: Camden Catholic High School
Club: Spirit of USA
Position: Forward/Midfield
Honors/Accomplishments: 2021 MAX Field Hockey New Jersey Region Player to Watch, Rise Junior National Camp Selection, U16 Stars & Stripes Elite Game, AAU Junior Olympics, U16 Nexus Championship, 2020 First Team All-State, U16 Women’s National Team, Junior Indoor National Team
What will you major in/study?: Pre-law, Criminology or Political Science
Why did you choose this school?:  I chose Northwestern University because of the outstanding coaching staff, team dynamic along with furthering my education at an amazing University. After stepping on the campus, I loved it! I visited really great school but I am super happy to have this opportunity to attend Northwestern!
Other Colleges considered: Numerous Big Ten, ACC schools and other local and regional universities
 Who would you like to thank?:  I would like to thank my family for supporting me not matter the circumstance. Specifically my sister, Averi, for always encouraging me to be my best and introducing me to the sport of field hockey. I would also like to thank my club, high school and junior national team coaches – both the indoor and outdoor teams. A special thanks to every teammate I have ever had in club, high school and at USA events like futures/nexus. Everyone has given me endless support and has pushed me to get where I am now!