Field Hockey Welcomes Seven to the Incoming Class of 2029
4/29/2025
Brown Head Coach Britt Broady has announced seven additions to the Bears as part of the incoming Class of 2029, who will join the program this fall.
“I’m thrilled to welcome the Class of 2029 to the Brown Field Hockey Family!" said Broady. "This exceptional group of young women is poised to make an immediate impact on the field and help propel our program toward greater national recognition.
"Beyond their athletic talents, each of these student-athletes brings a strong moral compass and a fierce competitive spirit. Coming from top-tier high school and club programs, they’ve already experienced championship-level success—and they’re ready to raise the bar even higher here at Brown.
“Their high standards and winning mindset will blend seamlessly with the focus and hunger our team has carried since our heartbreaking overtime loss to Harvard in the 2024 Ivy League Tournament. The future is bright, and I can’t wait to see what this class will accomplish!”
Scroll to find an in-depth look at each new Bear below.
Grace Almeida
#4 | F/M | New Canaan, Conn. | Greens Farms Academy
Before Brown: Played field hockey as a forward and midfielder at Greens Farms Academy…Scored 66 points as a Sophomore, 108 points as a Junior, and 103 points as a Senior…All-FAA 2nd Team, NEPSAC 1st Team, and WNEPSFHA All Star as a Sophomore…NFHCA High School Watchlist, FAA 1st Team, NEPSAC 1st Team, MAX FH Northeast All-region 2nd Team, NFHCA Southern New England All-Region team, NFHCA All Academic Team, and Scholar of Distinction as a Junior…MAX Invitational All tournament top performer, NFHCA Southern New England All-Region Team, FAA 1st Team, NEPSAC 1st Team, and NEPSAC class C Player Of The Year as a Senior…Lawrenceville Dean's list as a Freshman…GFA High Honors and Head of School Distinction as a Sophomore…GFA High Honors as a Junior…Played club for AGH Field Hockey…Top 100 player in class of 2025.
Personal: Daughter of John and Melissa Mary Almeida…Has three older siblings named Jack, Alex and Andrew, as well as a younger sister named Caroline.
Why Brown?: "I chose Brown University because its open curriculum aligns with my desire to explore diverse interests. Additionally, I was drawn to Brown's Division I field hockey program for its dedicated coaching staff and inclusive team culture. The school's balance between high-level athletics and rigorous academics, along with its emphasis on collaboration and well-rounded student-athlete development, made it the perfect fit for me.”
Ellie Burger
#9 | F | Bellaire, Texas | St. John's School
Before Brown: Played varsity field hockey as a forward and lacrosse as a midfielder at St. John’s School in Houston, Texas…All-South Zone recipient 2024…NFHCA National Academic Squad 2023…2024 St. John’s Varsity Field Hockey Captain’s Award…High honor roll from 2018-present…Played for Texas Pride Field Hockey Club.
Personal: Daughter of Charles and Courtney Burger…Has a twin sister, Lexi, who plays field hockey at Georgetown and a younger brother named William.
Why Brown?: “I chose Brown because of the close-knit community, academic flexibility, and of course the team culture.”
Sophia Clark
#7 | F/M | Tadworth, Surrey, England | The Hun School of Princeton
Before Brown: Played field hockey as a forward and attacking midfielder at Wellington College and The Hun School of Princeton…First Team Vice Captain at Wellington College…First Team All Mapl and All Area at The Hun School of Princeton…Women’s First Team for Division 1 while playing for Barnes Hockey Club…Women’s 1’s Premier League and Women’s 2’s National League while playing for Reading Hockey Club…England U16 Squad…England U18 Training Squad.
Personal: Daughter of Nick and Tara Clark…Has an older sibling named Sonny.
Why Brown?: “I loved the feeling of Brown when walking around campus and how exciting their sports programs are. Brown’s open curriculum will allow me to explore the field of work I desire whilst also enabling me to try new subjects and investigate my passions.”
Simar Dhillon
#29 | B | Sunnyvale, Calif. | Archbishop Mitty
Before Brown: Played field hockey as a midfielder and forward and lacrosse as a defender at Archbishop Mitty…Varsity field hockey all four years…Senior Year - All League WCAL Selection…Won CCS Championship during Sophomore year…Led team to 2024 WCAL title…Honor roll all four years…AP Scholar Award…CSF Scholar…President’s Gold Service Award…Congressional Bronze Medal Award…Played club for NorCal Impact Field Hockey…Nexus National Championship Selection (2021-2024)...Under Armour Select Game Golden Ticket.
Personal: Daughter of Gurinder and Navpreet Dhillon.
Why Brown?: “I chose Brown for its academic excellence and high-level field hockey program.”
Emily Jury
#16 | M | Crediton, Devon, England | Exeter Cathedral
Before Brown: Played field hockey as a midfielder for Blundells School and Exeter Cathedral School…Played varsity field hockey all four years…Top scorer on 2022-23 team with 10 goals…Top scorer on 2023-24 team with 11 goals…Received Exeter Cathedral School Sports Scholarship…Received Blundells School Sports Scholarship and Head’s Award for top recruited athlete…Full Colors for for Sport at Blundells School…Varsity Captain at Blundells School…England U16 8 caps, including the 5 Nations 2022…Academic status and scholarships group while at Blundells School…Played club field hockey for ISCA Hockey Club and University of Exeter…England Hockey Cup U12, U14, U16, and U18…England Hockey Cup U18 semi-finalist in 2020 and 2021…England U16 England School Games winners 2022…England U18 trials 2023.
Personal: Daughter of Mark and Emma Jury…Has an older sister named Grace and a younger sister named Charlotte.
Why Brown?: “Brown felt like the right fit from the moment I stepped foot on campus. A university which provides academic excellence alongside world class sporting facilities and coaching. The team ethos was unlike anything I’d ever experienced before - super inclusive and supportive!”
Ellie Parker
#36 | GK | Andover, Mass. | Phillips Academy Andover
Before Brown: Played field hockey as a goalie, ice hockey as a forward, and lacrosse as an attackman at Phillips Academy Andover…2021 and 2024 All NEPSAC Award…2021 and 2024 Class A NEPSAC Champs…Played club for Northeast Elite Field Hockey.
Personal: Daughter of Tedd and Sara Parker…Has an older brother named Tyler and a sister named Lucy who plays field hockey for Boston College.
Why Brown?: “I chose Brown for the perfect balance of athletics and academics.”
Daisy Tuthill
#15 | B | Aberdovey, Wales | Malvern College
Before Brown: Played field hockey, County netball, and tennis at Malvern College…Hockey Junior and Senior colors…Captain of 1XI Malvern college 1st team for the 2024-25 season…Sports scholarship to Malvern College…Received an academic scholarship, design and technology scholarship, and the Harvard book prize…Head girl at Malvern College…Played club hockey for Stourport Hockey Club, Stourport Talent Academy, Malvern College 1XI, Wales U18 (2023-24 season), and Worcester County hockey…Captain of U16 Stourport team for the 2022-23 season (second in the National Tier 2 plate final)…Captain of U18 Stourport Talent Academy for the 2022-23 and 2023-24 seasons.
Personal: Daughter of Thomas and Claire Tuthill…Has a sister named Isabella and a brother named Jack.
Why Brown?: “I came on a visit and loved the campus, environment and facilities. Everyone from the field hockey team was so welcoming. The open curriculum will help me continue with many of my areas of interest within the curriculum before I have to choose my concentration.”
