This April, I'll be running the Boston Marathon to raise funds for Hopkinton Youth Field Hockey.

I picked up my first field hockey stick in 6th grade, and nearly 30 years later, the game is still a central part of my life. Field hockey carried me through high school and college, connected me with incredible moms in our women's league, and now allows me the privilege of coaching our youngest players.

Youth sports are truly a gift. Through field hockey, I've watched girls discover their strength, build resilience, grow friendships, and develop confidence that extends far beyond the field. These lessons—teamwork, perseverance, leadership—shape who they become.

Now I'm combining two passions: running and supporting the next generation of field hockey players. Your donation will help provide equipment, field maintenance, referees, coaching, and opportunities for girls in Hopkinton to experience the same transformative power of this sport that has given me so much.

Every contribution, no matter the size, helps ensure that more young athletes have the chance to fall in love with the game the way I did all those years ago.

Thank you for supporting Hopkinton Youth Field Hockey and these amazing athletes!