Here are the 2023 Taunton Daily Gazette Field Hockey All-Scholastics

TAUNTON — Another high school field hockey season has come and gone in the Greater Taunton area.

Once again, Dighton-Rehoboth (7-6-6, 4-3-3 South Coast Conference) led the way locally, competing once again for the league title and qualifying for the Division 3 tournament as the No. 21 seed before falling to No. 12 Swampscott in the Round of 32.

Taunton (5-13-0, 4-12-0 Hockomock League) and Bridgewater-Raynham (3-13-2, 2-6-0 Southeast Conference) both put in some solid showings with some young players that should bode well for over the next couple of years.

With the fall season now in the rearview, here's a final look back at the Greater Taunton area field hockey players who stood out among the crowd to earn their spot as 2023 Taunton Daily Gazette Field Hockey All-Scholastics.

Player of the Year

Rowan Whittaker, Dighton-Rehoboth

The senior goalie wrapped up her high school career as perhaps the best shot stopper in the South Coast Conference. Equipped with quick reflexes and strong field vision, Whittaker recorded 173 saves on over 200 shots for a save percentage of 87%, notching a 30-save performance against rivals Somerset Berkley.

An SCC All-Star, Falcons coach Meghan Marcotte described Whittaker as "the best goalie (she's) ever had the privilege to coach," noting how opposing coaches and officials often complimented her on her abilities and work to keep her team in every game. Whittaker will certainly be missed at D-R next year as she continues her academic and field hockey career at the collegiate level.

First Team All-Scholastics

Kennedy MacEachern, Taunton

The freshman goalie truly made a name for herself this fall, recording four shutouts while starting all 18 games for the Tigers. She recorded 155 saves on 243 shots for a 63% save percentage and a 4.8 goals against average. Some of her most notable outings this past season include a 13 save performance against Canton and a recording a shutout while facing 21 corners against New Bedford.

Coach Liz Hathaway praised MacEachern for her work and dedication and noted how much she improved over the course of the season. With three more years of her high school career ahead of her, its safe to say MacEachern will continue to be a key piece of this Tiger team.

Bridget MacDougall, Taunton

The senior defender wrapped up her high school field hockey career as the "backbone" of the Tiger defense according to Hathaway. Noted for her strong field vision and awareness, she played a key role in transitioning the ball from the defense to the midfield and attackers. She also showed she was more than capable of aiding the offense as well with a pair of goals and an assist, including the eventual game winner against Attleboro.

MacDougall is also a member of the softball team and will certainly be missed in Taunton next year.

Caroline Vallarelli, Taunton

The junior midfielder was noted by Hathaway for her skills in transition and her strong field awareness. She recorded a pair of goals and a pair of assists for the Tigers this fall, including a goal and assist against Stoughton.

Vallarelli is also a member of the lacrosse team. Look for her to grow and improve in both sports as she heads into her senior year.

Emily Keefe, Bridgewater-Raynham

The junior midfielder once again was a key piece of the Trojan transition between offense and defense, while showing herself plenty capable of scoring. She notched both B-R goals in a 2-0 win over rivals Brockton and had a goal and assist in another 2-0 win over the Boxers later in the season.

An SEC All-Star, Keefe was also named both a 2022-23 Taunton Daily Gazette Indoor Track All-Scholastic and a 2023 Taunton Daily Gazette Girls Lacrosse All-Scholastic. Expect her to continue to build on her already impressive resume in all three sports over the next year and a half for the Trojans.

Jamie McLaren, Bridgewater-Raynham

The junior goalie went above and beyond for the Trojans all season, keeping them in many matchups with crucial saves and stops. Some of her most notable outings this fall include a 27 save performance against Barnstable, 24 saves against Durfee and 22 saves against Dartmouth.

An SEC Honorable Mention, expect McLaren to continue to be a strong defensive presence for B-R heading into her senior campaign.

Delaney Moreau, Bridgewater-Raynham

The senior midfielder and captain was another key piece in transition for the Trojans this fall. Moreau scored a goal against rivals Brockton and was a leader for B-R both on and off the field.

An SEC All-Star, Moreau is also a member of the indoor track and field team and will surely be missed by the Trojans next year.

Kelsey Bain, Dighton-Rehoboth

The senior forward and captain was one of the most versatile players at the Falcons' disposal during her final season. While serving as a key part of the attack, Bain also spent some time in the midfield and in defensive positioning, marking some of her rival's strongest players, with Marcotte praising her for always being willing to do what's best for her team. A natural leader, she notched five goals and six assists, including a goal and two assists against Westport.

The SCC Sportsmanship Award winner for D-R, Bain was also awarded the Coach's Award by Marcotte. Also a member of the indoor track team, her leaderships and abilities will certainly be missed by the Falcons next year as she continues her academic and field hockey career at Rivier University.

Caraline Corvi, Dighton-Rehoboth

The senior defender was once again the unsung hero of the Falcons this fall, with Marcotte crediting her as the driving force behind many of her teammates goals and assists. Noted for her speed, ball-handling skills and field vision, especially when it comes to passing, she recorded two goals, two assists and made numerous defensive saves. She also scored the lone D-R goal in a 1-1 tie with Old Rochester.

An SCC All-Star, Corvi is also a member of the basketball team and certainly will be missed by the Falcons next year as she continues her academic and field hockey career at the collegiate level.

Reese Jefferson, Dighton-Rehoboth

The sophomore forward truly came into her own this fall for the Falcons, leading the team in goals (7), assists (6) and hustle stickers (8). Praised by Marcotte for her skillset, natural talent and work ethic, some of her most notable outings included recording both a goal and assist against both Apponequet and Old Rochester.

An SCC Honorable Mention, Jefferson was also voted the team MVP. Also a key part of the basketball team, expect for her to continue to only grow and improve as an athlete over her next two years at D-R.

Second Team All-Scholastics

Ayla Jackson, Taunton

Olivia Reposa, Taunton

Abigail Barnicoat, Bridgewater-Raynham

Penny Braga, Dighton-Rehoboth

Caleigh Cloonan, Dighton-Rehoboth

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