Layla Grace Dixon '26 Recruiting Profile

The prospect of playing as a goalkeeper in college represents the pursuit of a dream both as an athlete and as a student. I am excited about the prospect of joining a collegiate program that values hard work, teamwork, and the pursuit of excellence on and off the field.

As a goalkeeper, I embrace the responsibility of being the last line of defense protecting the team's success. I thrive under pressure, the split-second decision-making, and the thrill of making saves that can change the course of a game. Field hockey, to me, is the perfect blend of athleticism and strategy, and the goalkeeper's role embodies this balance.

Something I find very valuable Is that I know how important failure is if you want to be successful. I know that we must fail to learn. And by learning about our past failures and mistakes we become an even better version of ourselves as a player I take pride in my ability to anticipate the opponent's moves and react swiftly. 

I am committed to getting a first rate education, currently in my high school, and continuing in college and likely beyond. My aspiration to play as a field hockey goalkeeper in college is driven by a desire to push my limits in pursuit of success and excellence in the sport and in academic pursuits!