Verizon Athlete of the Year-Kaitlyn Hiltz
Kaitlyn Hiltz is recognized as the Verizon Athlete of the Year for being a key player on one of the best field hockey teams in recent memory. Ranked third in the nation, the Lady Falcons finished with a state championship and a record of 23 wins and 0 losses.
For her personal efforts, Hiltz has received numerous awards including; 1st Team All-Beach District, Tidewater, Regional and State player of the year. She was also the Norfolk Sports Club Athlete of the Year, Virginia Beach Sports Club's Outstanding Female Athlete of the Year, a South Region All-American and is recognized as one of Cox's best offensive athletes scoring consecutively in all 23 games for a total of 50 goals - believed to be the most in the nation this year.
With athletics aside, Hiltz also boasts an impressive resume of scholastic achievements. She finished high school with a 3.6 GPA and graduated in the top of her class with honors. Committed to UVA at the end of her junior year, Hiltz has since sealed the deal and received a scholarship to go play on the Cavaliers' field hockey team.
