Lehigh University Athletics
Incomers Block and Glatt set for 19th Maccabiah Games
7/16/2013 2:58:00 PM | Field Hockey
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BETHLEHEM, Pa. - Lehigh field hockey incoming freshmen Rachael Block and Marissa Glatt are set to play on the national level as both are representing the United States at the Maccabiah Games. The games will take place from July 17-30. The Maccabiah Games feature more than 7,000 Jewish Athletes from over 60 countries and more than 35 participating sports. It marks the world's third largest international sporting competition.
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"Rachael and Marissa playing in the Maccabiah Games is a wonderful opportunity for both of them," said Lehigh head coach Stacey Blue. "The Maccabiah Games give them an opportunity to share their customs and heritage in an athletic setting. I cannot wait to hear about this unforgettable experience that they will remember forever."
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The future Mountain Hawks join several other Division I student-athletes on the United States' roster. Block and Glatt will be on campus within weeks after competition as Lehigh field hockey begins its preseason practice.
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Former high school teammate of Lehigh rising senior Marie Mignogna, Block played for a highly successful Vorhees team in New Jersey. The three-time defending state champions were ranked #1 in the nation each of the last two seasons.
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Out of Doylestown, Pa., Glatt was the only four-year starter at Central Bucks East. The 2012 team captain and MVP tallied 46 career goals while competing in the Junior Olympics and National Futures Championships in 2011.
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