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Meet the Newcomer: Maddie McCorkle
10/8/2020 1:30:00 PM | Women's Lacrosse
Maddie McCorkle joins the Blue Devils after a successful prep career at Hanover High School. A US All-American, three-time first-team All-State honoree and two-time selection to the New Hampshire/Vermont First Team selection for the National Tournament, McCorkle graduated as the all-time leader in draw controls and ground balls at Hanover through just three seasons. In total, the Hanover, N.H., native amassed 184 goals and 33 assists in her three years.
McCorkle's best year came in 2019 when she, as a junior, tallied 63 goals and seven assists on her way to All-America and first-team All-State status and was also named Valley News Athlete of the Year. She earned Under Armour All-American New England status as a junior as well.
Not only was McCorkle stellar at lacrosse but she also excelled on the basketball court. She earned second-team All-State honors as a sophomore before earning first-team All-State recognition as a junior and senior. In addition to All-State honors, McCorkle was named the New Hampshire Defensive Player of the Year and reached the 1,000-point mark as a senior.
Meet Maddie:
How has the adjustment from HS lacrosse to college lacrosse been so far? The adjustment from HS lacrosse to college lacrosse has been going well! College lacrosse is so different in terms of the pace and some of the concepts, but my coaches and teammates have been so helpful!!
What has been your favorite moment of DWL? My favorite DWL moment has been when we did our Blue and White team draft and played Trojan war and dodgeball after.
Who is your roommate and what has been your favorite moment with them so far? My roommate is Jane Charlton. My favorite moment so far is whenever she cooks anything!! Jane is such a good cook and everything she makes is delicious!!
What was it like moving on campus in the midst of COVID-19? It was definitely different than what I had imagined moving into college would be like but, Duke made it such an easy process despite the circumstances!
Best lacrosse memory: Assisting my younger sister on her first goal of her high school career.
Why did you choose Duke? I chose Duke because of both the exceptional academics and athletics the school has to offer.
Goals for your collegiate career: To become the best lacrosse player and person I can be.
To be a part of the Duke Women's Lacrosse program is… to be part of a program that I admire and respect so much. This program brings the best out of its players both on the field and off.
Favorite athlete: Bo Jackson
When did you start playing lacrosse? Describe your early days: I started playing lacrosse in 6th grade. I had to play in a neighboring town because the town I lived in at the time didn't have a lacrosse team. I was so nervous to meet new people and play a sport I had never played before. Because of my love of the sport, eventually, my family moved to the town and those girls became some of my best friends.
What do you plan to major in? Undecided.
Do you have any pre-game rituals or superstitions? Eyeblack
Where do you see yourself in 10 years? I hope to be successful in whatever career I choose.
Who has had the biggest impact on your life and why? My parents. They have taught me the value of hard work and are my biggest supporters.
Hobbies: Baking
If you were to play another sport, what would it be? Basketball
Interesting fact about yourself/hidden talent: I'm really good at using a pogo stick!
If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be? I would live closer to my family who lives in Florida.
Best advice you've ever received: My dad always says, "find a way, make a way" and I feel like this quote has always inspired me to overcome difficult situations and persevere.
Favorite movie: Any movie with Adam Sandler
Favorite Food: Half-baked flavored ice cream
#GoDuke
McCorkle's best year came in 2019 when she, as a junior, tallied 63 goals and seven assists on her way to All-America and first-team All-State status and was also named Valley News Athlete of the Year. She earned Under Armour All-American New England status as a junior as well.
Not only was McCorkle stellar at lacrosse but she also excelled on the basketball court. She earned second-team All-State honors as a sophomore before earning first-team All-State recognition as a junior and senior. In addition to All-State honors, McCorkle was named the New Hampshire Defensive Player of the Year and reached the 1,000-point mark as a senior.
Meet Maddie:
How has the adjustment from HS lacrosse to college lacrosse been so far? The adjustment from HS lacrosse to college lacrosse has been going well! College lacrosse is so different in terms of the pace and some of the concepts, but my coaches and teammates have been so helpful!!
What has been your favorite moment of DWL? My favorite DWL moment has been when we did our Blue and White team draft and played Trojan war and dodgeball after.
Who is your roommate and what has been your favorite moment with them so far? My roommate is Jane Charlton. My favorite moment so far is whenever she cooks anything!! Jane is such a good cook and everything she makes is delicious!!
What was it like moving on campus in the midst of COVID-19? It was definitely different than what I had imagined moving into college would be like but, Duke made it such an easy process despite the circumstances!
Best lacrosse memory: Assisting my younger sister on her first goal of her high school career.
Why did you choose Duke? I chose Duke because of both the exceptional academics and athletics the school has to offer.
Goals for your collegiate career: To become the best lacrosse player and person I can be.
To be a part of the Duke Women's Lacrosse program is… to be part of a program that I admire and respect so much. This program brings the best out of its players both on the field and off.
Favorite athlete: Bo Jackson
When did you start playing lacrosse? Describe your early days: I started playing lacrosse in 6th grade. I had to play in a neighboring town because the town I lived in at the time didn't have a lacrosse team. I was so nervous to meet new people and play a sport I had never played before. Because of my love of the sport, eventually, my family moved to the town and those girls became some of my best friends.
What do you plan to major in? Undecided.
Do you have any pre-game rituals or superstitions? Eyeblack
Where do you see yourself in 10 years? I hope to be successful in whatever career I choose.
Who has had the biggest impact on your life and why? My parents. They have taught me the value of hard work and are my biggest supporters.
Hobbies: Baking
If you were to play another sport, what would it be? Basketball
Interesting fact about yourself/hidden talent: I'm really good at using a pogo stick!
If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be? I would live closer to my family who lives in Florida.
Best advice you've ever received: My dad always says, "find a way, make a way" and I feel like this quote has always inspired me to overcome difficult situations and persevere.
Favorite movie: Any movie with Adam Sandler
Favorite Food: Half-baked flavored ice cream
#GoDuke
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