University of Albany's Christine Hoffman and Field Hockey Squad Claim NCAA National Statistical Awards - Ualbany Sports 2010

Albany, N.Y. - University at Albany's Christine Hoffman finished the 2009 season as the Division I statistical champion in two categories, helping to lead the UAlbany field hockey team to two nationally leading marks, as announced by the National Collegiate Athletic Association.

Hoffman, a junior goalkeeper, led the nation with an 0.44 goals against average and a .889 save percentage. Hoffman allowed just four goals while making 32 saves in 18 games played this season. She started every game in the cage for the Great Danes and was one of just two America East Conference goalkeepers ranked in the top 25 nationally.

As a team, UAlbany led the country with an .824 save percentage, as Hoffman and freshman goalkeeper Kristi Troch combined for 61 saves and just 13 goals against in 18 games played. Offensively, the Great Danes also posted a Division I-leading 10.56 penalty corners per game, with 190 on the season.

"We had a very good season in many ways," said UAlbany head coach Phil Sykes, who was named America East Conference Coach of the Year and led the Great Danes to their third straight championship appearance. "One of our main priorities on our team is defense. We work hard on it each and every day. To have achieved four national statistical honors in one year is a tremendous achievement and one that our student-athletes should be very proud of."

Courtesy: UAlbany Sports Information