Completed Event: Field Hockey at North Carolina on November 16, 2025 , Loss , 1, to, 2 , OT
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Signee Spotlight: Brynn Crouse
2/16/2022 2:41:00 PM | Field Hockey
Duke field hockey head coach Pam Bustin is excited to announce the 2022 Blue Devil freshman class this spring. Over the coming weeks, we will profile each of the incoming Blue Devils. This week, we introduce Brynn Crouse.
"I am counting down the days until I get to officially work with Brynn Crouse," said Bustin. "She is a passionate player with a strong will to win. Her dedication to the game began at a young age with Central Penn FH Club, which prepared her for a four-year starting role with her Northern York High School varsity team. I believe that with Duke field hockey's consistent high-level training, her game will soar to greater heights. Her attention to detail, great skill, and instinct along with her natural athletic ability make her one of the best!"
A MAX Field Hockey All-America second-team selection, Crouse was a four-year letterwinner at Northern York High School. She finished her scholastic career with 107 goals and 45 assists for 259 points. A standout throughout her career at Northern York, the native of Dillsburg, Pa., garnered Mid-Penn All-Star first team honors all four years and was an All-Sentinel first team choice her final three seasons.
Crouse was voted the Sentinel Player of the Year her junior year and was a Class 2A All-State first-team honoree for three seasons.
Crouse led Northern York in scoring all four years and was Mid-Penn's points leader her senior year with 96 from 38 goals and 20 assists. She garnered the Northern York Most Valuable Player award as a sophomore, junior and senior and served as team captain her senior year. Crouse played her club hockey with Central Penn Field Hockey and is ranked as a top 50 incoming player by MAX Field Hockey.
Crouse also lettered for three years for the Northern York lacrosse team and was the team's most valuable player and leading scorer as a junior. She is a member of the National Honor Society and National Spanish Honors Society.
Get to Know More about Brynn
Best field hockey memory: This past fall when my high school team beat our rivals in the first round of districts in overtime to continue to play offs. We had been in an overall losing record to them, so it meant a lot to beat them when it mattered most. Nothing beats overtime wins!
Favorite athlete: Serena Williams
When did you start playing field hockey and why?
In 3rd grade my mom signed me up for a mini sticks program and I instantly connected with the sport. However, in the building before my very first practice ever, I got sick and had to go home. So maybe it was not an "instant" connection, but I am glad that I decided to give it a second try!
What has been your favorite subject in school?
I enjoy English because I can write creatively and have fun with it!
Do you have any pregame superstitions or rituals?
Listen to Last Breath by Future to get pumped
Who has had the biggest impact on your life and why?
My parents, they have taught me how to be strong and persevere through adversity. They have supported me throughout my field hockey career and sacrificed so much for me to get to where I am.
Hobbies: Hiking trails, cooking, playing with my puppy, Buster
If you were to play another sport, what would it be?
Soccer. I used to play soccer but had to pick between that and field hockey. I have not looked back since on my decision.
Interesting fact about yourself/hidden talent: I love to cook/bake
You win a chance to host a small concert with 5-10 of your closest friends, what musical artist do you ask to perform?
Morgan Wallen
#GoDuke
"I am counting down the days until I get to officially work with Brynn Crouse," said Bustin. "She is a passionate player with a strong will to win. Her dedication to the game began at a young age with Central Penn FH Club, which prepared her for a four-year starting role with her Northern York High School varsity team. I believe that with Duke field hockey's consistent high-level training, her game will soar to greater heights. Her attention to detail, great skill, and instinct along with her natural athletic ability make her one of the best!"
A MAX Field Hockey All-America second-team selection, Crouse was a four-year letterwinner at Northern York High School. She finished her scholastic career with 107 goals and 45 assists for 259 points. A standout throughout her career at Northern York, the native of Dillsburg, Pa., garnered Mid-Penn All-Star first team honors all four years and was an All-Sentinel first team choice her final three seasons.
Crouse was voted the Sentinel Player of the Year her junior year and was a Class 2A All-State first-team honoree for three seasons.
Crouse led Northern York in scoring all four years and was Mid-Penn's points leader her senior year with 96 from 38 goals and 20 assists. She garnered the Northern York Most Valuable Player award as a sophomore, junior and senior and served as team captain her senior year. Crouse played her club hockey with Central Penn Field Hockey and is ranked as a top 50 incoming player by MAX Field Hockey.
Crouse also lettered for three years for the Northern York lacrosse team and was the team's most valuable player and leading scorer as a junior. She is a member of the National Honor Society and National Spanish Honors Society.
Get to Know More about Brynn
Best field hockey memory: This past fall when my high school team beat our rivals in the first round of districts in overtime to continue to play offs. We had been in an overall losing record to them, so it meant a lot to beat them when it mattered most. Nothing beats overtime wins!
Favorite athlete: Serena Williams
When did you start playing field hockey and why?
In 3rd grade my mom signed me up for a mini sticks program and I instantly connected with the sport. However, in the building before my very first practice ever, I got sick and had to go home. So maybe it was not an "instant" connection, but I am glad that I decided to give it a second try!
What has been your favorite subject in school?
I enjoy English because I can write creatively and have fun with it!
Do you have any pregame superstitions or rituals?
Listen to Last Breath by Future to get pumped
Who has had the biggest impact on your life and why?
My parents, they have taught me how to be strong and persevere through adversity. They have supported me throughout my field hockey career and sacrificed so much for me to get to where I am.
Hobbies: Hiking trails, cooking, playing with my puppy, Buster
If you were to play another sport, what would it be?
Soccer. I used to play soccer but had to pick between that and field hockey. I have not looked back since on my decision.
Interesting fact about yourself/hidden talent: I love to cook/bake
You win a chance to host a small concert with 5-10 of your closest friends, what musical artist do you ask to perform?
Morgan Wallen
#GoDuke
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