Meet our coaches!

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Meet Coach Emma!

JHS Head Coach & Owner

Emma began her field hockey career in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania, where she played for Selinsgrove Area High School, PA Power, and the Blue Lions club out of State College, PA. In 2019, her family relocated to State College, where she played midfield for State College Area High School and became a three-time PIAA District 6 Champion. In November 2020, Emma verbally committed to Bellarmine University’s new Division I field hockey program. Throughout her club career, Emma continued to compete with Blue Lions and also played for PA Revolution, Pittsburgh Venom, and Phoenix Performance Academy. After graduating from State College Area High School in 2022, she went on to attend Bellarmine University. In the spring of 2023, Emma underwent two leg surgeries that led to a medical retirement from collegiate play.During her recovery, Emma began coaching with Panthers United during her breaks from school, including the Summer 2023 season. Later that year, she transferred to Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), where she is pursuing a degree in Marketing. Emma began her high school coaching career at James River High School in the fall of 2023 and concluded her tenure there in the fall of 2025.

Meet Coach Erin!

JHS U16 and U19 Coach

JHS Social Media Manager

Erin Barlett began her field hockey career at the age of eight in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania, where she played for PA Power and Blue Lions. She started her career as a field player and transitioned to goalkeeper in seventh grade. Erin played goalkeeper for State College Area High School during her freshman year while also competing at the club level with Pittsburgh Venom and Phoenix Performance Academy. She later relocated to Virginia, where she continued her high school career at Cosby High School. During her time at Cosby, Erin earned First Team and Second Team All-Region honors, as well as Second Team All-Metro recognition. In addition to her playing experience, Erin was a member of Panthers United, where she also began her coaching career, serving as a coach for the U10 and U12 teams. Following the conclusion of her senior season in 2025, Erin medically retired from competitive play due to double hip surgery. Later that year, she returned to the field as a field player purely for enjoyment, an experience that ultimately led to her commitment to The Catholic University of America. Erin is currently a Politics major on a pre-law track, balancing her academic pursuits with her continued involvement in the sport.

Meet Alicia Hudson!

JHS U16 and U19 Coach

Alicia joins the coaching staff after a strong four-year career at Bellarmine University, where she was known for consistency, leadership, and academic excellence. A three-time NFHCA National Academic Squad honoree and multiple-time Academic All-MAC recipient, she also earned College Sports Communicators Academic All-District recognition.

On the field, she was a dependable starter from day one, starting 51 of 53 career games and logging more than 2,800 minutes. As a freshman she ranked fourth on the team in minutes, and as a sophomore she delivered key offensive moments—including the double-overtime game-winner that secured Bellarmine’s first Division I overtime victory, plus another OT goal and her first career assist. She continued as a consistent starter her junior year, contributing shots on goal and steady defensive play.

She brings to coaching a strong understanding of the game, a team-first mindset, and the work ethic that defined her collegiate career.

Meet Coach Casey!

Casey started her field hockey career in 8th grade playing for Powhatan High School. She was a 4 year starter on Varsity playing midfield and defense. During Casey's time at Powhatan, she earned to titles of 2nd Team All State, 1st Team All Region, 2nd Team All Region, and All Metro Honorable Mention. Her sophomore year she started playing club with Panthers United, located in Richmond, Virginia. Following her time with Panthers United, Casey finished out her club days with JHS Field Hockey Club. Casey is now continuing her field hockey career at Bridgewater College where she plays defense and defensive center mid. After Casey's first Fall season playing for The Eagles, she was awarded Most Valuable Player through her team.  In addition to field hockey, Casey is studying Environmental Science in hopes of pursing a  career in wildlife conservation.