At Delaware: Will challenge for playing time in the Blue Hen midfield.

High School: Three-year letterwinner in field hockey at Camp Hill and Strath Haven • twice named to the first team All-Central League squad • first team All-Delco selection as a junior and second team pick as a sophomore • earned MVP honors during her junior season • also earned three letters in soccer and one each in swimming and softball • led the soccer team to three Mid-Penn championships • member of the distinguished honor roll, student council, pep club, and Spanish club • graduated 12th in her class.

Personal: Emily Elizabeth Ortega • has an older sister, Amber • will major in mathematics and biology with plans to attend medical school.