We are excited to welcome Izzy Bouchard into the Longstreth Athlete Program as the newest Grays Ambassador. Izzy is from Medford Lakes, New Jersey and attends Shawnee High School. She plays club for Uprise FHC and is a Max Field Hockey athlete, being named to the Max Field Hockey Top 100 in the Class of 2029. She has also played in some of the top field hockey events including U16 Nexus, RCCs, and Premier Sticks United Club League.
Fun Facts:
What stick do you use and why do you choose it?
Right now I use an Adidas Estro .3 - it absorbs vibration for cleaner receptions
Do you have a grip preference? If so, which grip and why do you like it?
I prefer Chamois grips in the summer months
How long have you been playing field hockey and what made you first want to start
Playing?
I started playing when I was 5 years old, my mom was the coach of my town rec team for all the years I played . I started playing for Uprise FHC when I was 9 years old.
What's your go-to pre game meal?
Sausage, egg, and cheese on an everything bagel
What is your go-to game day hairstyle?
Normal pony tail and one braid
Favorite pump-up song(s) to listen to before a game?
Hair up
Describe your playing style in three words?
Never back down
What do you like to do when you are not playing field hockey?
Spend time with friends and family
Do you have any game day superstitions?
Same hairstyle every time
What is your favorite motivational quote?
You vs you, it’s all mental
If you could give your younger self a piece of advice, what would it be?
To get outside of my comfort zone earlier
What is your favorite field hockey memory?
Making it to the playoffs this year in high school
