Kroon Earns Arthur Ashe Jr. Scholar Award for Field Hockey
May 23, 2026 | Field Hockey
Tatum Kroon is one of 35 athletes to win the award
FAIRFAX, Va. – The University of Louisville's Tatum Kroon has been the 2026 Arthur Ashe Jr. Scholar Award winner for Field Hockey as announced by The EDU Ledger.
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She is one of 35 student-athletes who earned the award for their respective sports. The 2026 Arthur Ashe Jr. Sports Scholars have maintained at least a 3.5 cumulative grade point average, are at least sophomores academically, and participate in community service.Â
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Kroon, who hails from Den Bosch, The Netherlands, was a significant contributor for the Cardinals throughout her career. The 2025 team co-captain helped anchor the defense and tallied seven assists and three defensive saves while helping Louisville record 15 defensive shutouts during her time at UofL.
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The biology major is a four-time All-ACC Academic Team and NFHCA Academic squad member. She received her bachelor's degree in May 2026.
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She is one of 35 student-athletes who earned the award for their respective sports. The 2026 Arthur Ashe Jr. Sports Scholars have maintained at least a 3.5 cumulative grade point average, are at least sophomores academically, and participate in community service.Â
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Kroon, who hails from Den Bosch, The Netherlands, was a significant contributor for the Cardinals throughout her career. The 2025 team co-captain helped anchor the defense and tallied seven assists and three defensive saves while helping Louisville record 15 defensive shutouts during her time at UofL.
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The biology major is a four-time All-ACC Academic Team and NFHCA Academic squad member. She received her bachelor's degree in May 2026.
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