Signee Spotlight: Maggie Kondrath

Maggie Kondrath plays for USA Field Hockey

The Duke field hockey program is thrilled to welcome four newcomers to the Blue Devil family this fall. The group hails from three different states – New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Texas – and one country – The Netherlands.

We've introduced Kyle Massey and Sophia Miller. This week, we learn a little more about another Pennsylvania native, Maggie Kondrath.

Pam Bustin on Maggie

"Maggie's ability to build the play through the midfield arrives at Duke at the perfect time! Her game sense and vision around the ball will aid in our team's commitment to keeping possession, moving the ball and creating dangerous opportunities to attack. Her playing experience and disciplined training with WC Eagles have prepared her for the next step to the ACC collegiate field hockey level."

"Maggie is a caring person. Her ability to connect with her teammates along with an incredible level of empathy will undoubtedly contribute to the nourishment of our Duke True culture. We welcome Maggie and look forward her arrival on campus."

About Maggie Kondrath

Kondrath hails from Downington, Pa., attending The Hill School for the past three years. A highly decorated player throughout her scholastic years, Kondrath arrives in Durham as a two-time MAX Field Hockey First-Team All-American and ranked sixth in the Class of 2023 by MAX Field Hockey.

She played one season at The Agnes Irwin School before moving to The Hill School for the final three seasons. After her sophomore season was canceled due to the COVID-19, Kondrath had a phenomenal junior season, earning Pennsylvania First-Team All-State recognition as well as garnering MAX Field Hockey All-Region and All-America accolades.

Tabbed as one of the nation's top 10 players as a junior, the awards flowed in for Kondrath her final two seasons. She was a two-time Mid-Atlantic Prep League All-League choice, NFHCA High School All-Region and All-America First Team both years as well as being named to the Pottstown Mercury All-Area Team twice.

Kondrath played her club hockey for the WC Eagles starting at age eight. She most recently helped lead the WC Eagles to the U-19 Regional and National Club Championship Pool title. The WC Eagles, with Kondrath running through the midfield, also stood out at the National Invitational Tournament (NIT), taking first in Pool F and second in Pool G. Over the course of her time with WC Eagles, Kondrath has either won or finished as runner-up in 16 tournaments.

Identified from an early age by USA Field Hockey, the 5-6 midfielder has been a part of the national team program since her freshman year when she earned a spot on the U15 USA Indoor Women's National Team. She also was a U14 National Futures Championship Stars and Stripes pick as a freshman at The Agnes Irwin School.

She has taken part in a handful of USA Rise camps and was picked for the U16 US Women's National Team her sophomore year and participated on the USA Field Hockey Women's National Indoor Development Team. Kondrath most recently made the roster for the Rise USWNT vs. Canada series roster.

Kondrath also played two seasons of lacrosse in high school and ran one year of track. She competed in the 400 and 800-meter races.

Hailing from a decorated athletic family, Kondrath's mother, Monica Muntz played field hockey at Richmond, while her cousin Kim Van Kirk Patel was a member of the Duke field hockey squad. Her father, Matin Kondrath, competed for the Bucknell Track and Field team, while a trio of other cousins play or played Division I sports.

Get to Know Maggie

Favorite Athlete
Serena Williams, Simone Biles, Michael Phelps

How did you start playing field hockey?
My mom threw me into Fast Flicks, a rec hockey organization for kids under eight and I ended up falling in love with the sport. From there, I joined WC Eagles when I turned eight and have been playing there ever since.

What has been your favorite subject or class you have taken?
My favorite subject is history. I have enjoyed learning about big historical events that have shaped how the world is today.

Do you have any pregame rituals or superstitions?
On game days, I always wear the same pair of pizza hocsocks.

Hobbies
Watching track, running, cooking and baking

If you were to play another sport, what would it be?
Definitely ice hockey. This year, I joined the JV girl's ice hockey team and I am having so much fun.

Interesting fact about yourself?
I played Romeo in my middle school's play.

You win the lottery of $500 million. What is the first thing you do or buy?
Buy a beach mansion.

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