Senior Day at Saint Francis: Maggie Hogan Leads an Outgoing Flash Class
As Maggie Hogan prepares to take the court for what could be her final home game with Saint Francis on Saturday, there’s a distinct air of anticipation and hope hanging over Loretto. If Hogan and her team can pull off two wins against the first-place Chicago State this weekend, they’ll have the opportunity to bring the Northeast Conference tournament to their own gym. The stakes are high, not just for Saint Francis' season but for the journey the Red Flash have gone through to get to this point as a program.
Throughout her four-year career, Hogan has been a steady presence and a fierce competitor for Saint Francis. She began her collegiate career with a bang, quickly establishing herself as a standout player. In her freshman season, she racked up 202 kills, 193 digs, and 25 service aces, earning NEC Rookie of the Year and NEC Rookie of the Week honors three times. Her growth continued into her sophomore year, when she set career highs with 20 kills in matches against Chattanooga and Eastern Kentucky. Her efforts earned her a spot on the NEC Second Team All-Conference, and she became a linchpin in Saint Francis' lineup.
In her final season, Hogan has taken her game to new heights, posting a career-high 21 kills against Penn and season highs in aces, digs, and points in several other matches. Her 261 kills and 40 service aces in 2024 have contributed to Saint Francis’ strong campaign, and she’s proven herself to be a reliable leader on the court, consistently bringing energy, skill, and determination. Hogan’s prowess at the net and her tactical serving—such as the five aces she delivered at Le Moyne earlier this month—have placed her among the NEC’s top players, and her impact has been instrumental in Saint Francis' strong push toward the tournament.
But beyond the numbers and accolades, Hogan’s presence on the team has represented something deeper. Her journey with Saint Francis coincides with the program’s broader goals of elevating its competitiveness in the NEC. The team has never won an NEC volleyball championship, but Hogan's leadership and competitive fire have pushed Saint Francis closer to this elusive goal. As she steps onto the court this weekend, she does so not just as a senior aiming to cap off a stellar career, but as a symbol of the team's aspirations for a major breakthrough.
This weekend's games could shape the legacy Hogan leaves behind. If Saint Francis can secure back-to-back victories over Chicago State, they’ll have the rare opportunity to play for an NEC title in front of their home crowd. For Hogan, it would mean ending her collegiate career on the highest of notes: fighting for a championship in the gym where she has spent countless hours honing her craft and leading her teammates.
