By Isabelle Lafont
September 26, 2025
Emma Peck
Mirror: Where are you from (originally)?
Emma Peck: Natick, MA.
M: Where did you go to high school?
P: Natick High School.
M: Where did you go to college?
P: Umass Amherst.
M: What was your major in college?
P: Double major - Education & Psychology.
M: What inspired you to become a coach?
P: My love for the game of field hockey!
M: What do you like most about coaching?
P: Seeing what we work on in practice work on the field
M: What sets you apart from other coaches?
P: My college experience. I come from a past of field hockey, having seen both the good and bad parts of college athletics.
M: Why do you like most about Dedham, so far?
P: The connections between me and the coaches! And of course, the girls.
M: What are your hobbies (other than field hockey)?
P: Shopping, workout classes, teaching, being with friends and family.
M: Favorite Boston sports team?
P: Boston Bruins.
M: Who is your favorite athlete of all-time?
P: Simone Biles.
M: How long have you played field hockey?
P: Since I was 11.
M: Dunks or Starbucks?
P: Both, but if I had to pick, it would be Starbucks.
M: How do you take your coffee?
P: Honestly, I will drink any coffee, but my go-to order is just an iced coffee with a little cream and extra ice.
M: Favorite quote?
P: "She believed she could, so she did." -R.S. Grey
M: What is your favorite movie?
P: My Girl.
M: What is your favorite TV show?
P: Friends.
Isabelle Lafont, class of 2028, is a staff writer for the Dedham Mirror. In her free time, she enjoys playing field hockey, tennis, and being with friends!