Dominican University will have a women’s field hockey team, beginning in the 2025-2026 school year. With the addition of field hockey, the University will offer 19 NCAA-sponsored sports, including 11 women’s teams and eight men’s teams.
Field hockey has been an NCAA fall sport since 1981. There are 37 NCAA Division II institutions with field hockey teams. “We are excited to bring a new sport to DU,” said Dominican University New York Director of Athletics, Joseph Clinton. “Field hockey continues to grow and we feel we can put a competitive team on the field.”
Dominican University will be seeking a conference affiliation in which to compete and a national search for a coach will begin shortly.
“We are thrilled to announce the addition of Division II field hockey to Dominican University New York’s athletic offerings in 2025,” said Vice President for Student Development and Dean of Students, John Burke. “This expansion reflects our commitment to providing diverse opportunities for student-athletes to excel both academically and athletically. Field hockey will not only enhance our vibrant campus life, but also attract talented students who are eager to compete at the highest level while pursuing their education in an inclusive and supportive environment.”
Field hockey will be the fourth sport that Dominican University has added in the last three years. In 2023-24 school year, the Athletics Department added a women’s bowling team, men’s volleyball team, and women’s rowing team.