Women's Track and Field Announces Incoming Student-Athletes

HANOVER, N.H. - Mike Nelson, the Marjorie & Herbert Chase '30 Director of Dartmouth Track & Field and Cross Country, has announced the incoming class of 14 women who will join the Big Green this fall.

"We're thrilled to welcome our new Big Green Track & Field team members, class of 2029! We look forward to helping these student-athletes in their pursuit of excellence on and off the track," Nelson said. "The Ivy League is an elite track and field conference, and these newcomers will help our program as we chase Ivy League success. Also, I want to give a shout-out to the coaching staff as they work tirelessly in the recruiting process. Go Big Green!"

Annamaria Bacchetta

Distance | Nashville, TN | Harpeth Hall

Before Dartmouth: Was a Cross Country team captain… Named to the TWSA Writers Association All-State team for the 5k… Earned Second Team All-American at the Running Lane XC Championships… Helped her team become the TN Division AA State XC Team Champions in her freshman and sophomore years… Earned 2025 Tennessee All-State T&F Honors as well as Girls First Team for the 1600m and 3200m… Personal records include 4:53.40 in the 1600m and 10:44.84 in the 3200m.

Why Dartmouth?: "I chose Dartmouth because of its excellence in both academics and athletics. In addition, the women's distance team is incredibly supportive, and the coaching staff is deeply invested in the success and well-being of their athletes. I believe Dartmouth will provide the best environment and opportunities I need to grow and thrive as both a student and an athlete."

Sophie Spelman

Distance | Fairfield, Conn. | Fairfield Warde High School

Before Dartmouth: Earned first team All-New England Indoor Track, All-State Indoor Track, and First Team All-FCIAC Indoor Track (2024, 2025) honors… Was given numerous cross-country honors, including being named an All-FCIAC Cross Country honoree, as well as being named to the All-New England Cross Country and All-State Cross Country teams… Personal records include a 5:00.81 in the 1600m and 10:59.62 in the 3200m.

Why Dartmouth?: "Everyone was incredibly welcoming from the moment I stepped on campus, and I knew it was the place for me!"

Rebeka Žibritová

Hurdles | Kolarovo, Slovakia | Gymnazium Hansa Selyeho

Before Dartmouth: Was a multiple Slovak champion and earned the best athlete award in Nove Zamky, SK… Earned the principal's awards for athletic and academic excellence in high school… Personal bests include an 8.80 (60H), 14.38 (100H), 56.86 (400m) and 59.56 (400H).

Why Dartmouth?: "The track and field program, location and class sizes."

Maura O'Scannlain

Distance | Portland, Ore. | Jesuit

Before Dartmouth: Participated in varsity cross country and track and field all four years of high school… Was named a two-time team Oregon State XC Champion… Personal bests include a 4:38.31 in the 1500m and a 9:54.05 in the 3000m.

Why Dartmouth?: "For the amazing team and community."

Tessa Zima

Distance | Gig Harbor, Wash. | Bellarmine Preparatory School

Before Dartmouth: Spent three years on the varsity track and field team… Earned Washington Principals' Scholars honors and is a two-time math department award recipient… Career bests include a 2:16.53 in the 800m and a 5:05.28 in the 1600m.

Why Dartmouth?: "I chose Dartmouth because I wanted to be challenged both academically and athletically."

Katie Kelly

Pole vault | Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. | Ponte Vedra High School

Before Dartmouth: Was the 2025 Florida 3A Pole Vault State Champion and state runner-up in 2024… Placed fourth at the Adidas Outdoor Nationals in 2024… She is a school record holder at her high school… Served as the head captain of her track and field Team and was a four-year varsity athlete… Has a 12-0 / 3.65m pole vault PR.

Why Dartmouth?: "The combination of high-quality academics, athletics and well-rounded people."

Imogen Brown

Sprints | Tiburon, Calif. | The Branson School

Before Dartmouth: Captained her team to win the D5 California state championship… Is her high school record holder in the 200m, 4x400m, and 4x800m… Was a 12-season athlete in cross country, soccer, and track… Personal bests include a 58.86 in the 400m and a 1:41.87 in the 600m.

Why Dartmouth?: "I chose Dartmouth for its adventurous spirit, academic rigor and connected community."

Siena Bateman

Jumps | San Diego, Calif. | La Jolla Country Day School

Before Dartmouth: Was a four-year varsity lacrosse and track and field athlete, as well as a three-year varsity field hockey athlete… Was a four-time First-Team All-League Track and Field Athlete, four-year track and field team MVP, two-time long jump D3 CIF Champion, three-time triple jump D3 CIF Champion, and the high jump D3 CIF Champion… Was named the Coastal League Girls Scholar Athlete of the Year… Personal bests include an 18-2 / 5.53m in the long jump and 37-7 / 11.45m in the triple jump.

Why Dartmouth?: "I chose Dartmouth for its strong academics and athletics."

Maddie Romaine

Distance | Wheaton, Ill. | Wheaton North High School

Before Dartmouth: Was a three-time All-Conference honoree, a two-time All-Regional and All-Sectional recipient, and earned All-State honors… Was a three-time state qualifier in cross country and a two-time state qualifier in track and field… Earned Academic All-Conference honors in cross country and track and field four times… Has a 10:56.30 PR in the 3200m.

Why Dartmouth?: The incredibly tight-knit community among athletes and students really attracted me to Dartmouth. I could tell from all of the interactions I had with so many kind, genuine people that Dartmouth would be a place that would allow me to grow as a student, athlete, and person!

Evie Woodrow

Pole vault | Charlottesville, Va. | Western Albemarle High School

Before Dartmouth: Made All-State in the pole vault for three years straight… Was a member of the National Honor Society and graduated with summa cum laude distinction… Has an 11-6 / 3.50m pole vault PR.

Why Dartmouth?: "I love New England. The campus is beautiful, many people told me they had an amazing experience, I can keep doing the sport I love and the reputation is great."

Meghan Prior

Throws | Arlington, Mass. | Arlington High School

Before Dartmouth: Was named the New England Discus Champion… Was a two-time All-Conference honoree and a six-time All-League recipient… Earned the MSTCA Outstanding Field Athlete Award… Served as a varsity track and field captain… Personal bests include a 38-4 / 11.68m in the shot put and 137-9 / 41.98m in the discus.

Why Dartmouth?: "I chose Dartmouth because it instantly felt like home when I stepped on campus."

Faith Ferguson

Throws | Redding, Calif. | Shasta High School

Before Dartmouth: Earned All-League recognition in the 24-25 season… Personal bests include a 39-10 / 12.14m in the shot put and 126-7 / 38.58m in the discus.

Why Dartmouth?: "The small town vibe and biology program."

Lindsey Kerrins

Middle Distance | Charlotte, N.C. | Charlotte Country Day School

Before Dartmouth: Was a five-time All-American at New Balance Nationals… Was named an All-Conference and All-State honoree for four years… Holds 10 school records and was a three-time team MVP… Was the President and co-founder of the Female Athletes of Country Day Club… Personal bests include a 57.60 in the 400m and 2:09.33 in the 800m.

Why Dartmouth?: "I chose Dartmouth because of the amazing academics, the beautiful campus, and of course, the track team and coaches."

Abby Kerrins

Middle Distance | Charlotte, N.C. | Charlotte Country Day School

Before Dartmouth: Was a four-time All-American in outdoor track (top 6 in the country), as well as All-State for cross country and multiple track events… Was the President and co-founder of the Female Athletes of Country Day Club… Career bests include a 2:14.80 in the 800m and 4:54.57 in the 1600m.

Why Dartmouth?: "Great community, the team is so welcoming and inclusive, and the campus is small yet full of different activities and beautiful things."

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