Christopher Newport University

2022 - Freshman Season - Took part in 14 games during her first year in Newport News ... Kicked off her career with an assist in the season opener against Bridgewater on September 1 ... Also added a helper at Rhodes on October 21 ... Posted two shots during the year and put both of them on cage ... Saw 188 minutes of action during the season, including 49 at Virginia Wesleyan on September 6 ... Played 36 minutes in a win against Concordia (Wisc.) on September 11 as well ... Made an appearance in the postseason during a victory against Mary Washington in the semifinals of the Coast-to-Coast Athletic Conference Tournament ... Took part in a pair of bouts against nationally-ranked competition, including a 2-0 win over No. 13 Shenandoah on October 12.

At Fairfax - Stockpiled awards during her time with the Lions ... Was a two-time first-team All-State selection and a three-time first-team All-Region honoree for her work on the field hockey squad ... Also secured four All-District awards, including three first-team citations ... Served as a captain for two seasons and helped guide the squad to three district titles and the 2021 region championship ... Competed in soccer and track & field as well ... Also played on the club field hockey circuit with Husel Hockey.

Personal - Gwendolyn Mary Via is the daughter of Karen and Travis Via ... Has a younger sister, Katie ... Sky Brown is her favorite athlete, and Joji is her favorite musician ... Her dream vacation would be a trip to Bangkok, Thailand ... "The Princess Bride" is her favorite movie, and "Naruto" is her favorite TV show ... Majoring in environmental science.