For Immediate Release:
23 October 2025

Franklin, MA- The Dean College Department of Athletics & Recreation is pleased to recognize Field Hockey's Emma Gragen (Brattleboro, VT) and Football's Tay Sholtz (Liverpool, NY) as the latest Bulldogs of the Week.

For the second time this year, Gragen has been named Bulldog of the Week. The sophomore posted three goals in two games. This included two goals in Dean's road win at Lasell University, and one goal in their double-overtime victory over New England College.

With her week's efforts, Gragen now has 21 points on the season. This includes nine goals and three assists.

Meanwhile, Football's Tay Sholtz had a career day in Dean's week six matchup at Bridgewater State University. The freshman posted four catches for 42 yards, including his first career touchdown reception.

Sholtz also posted his longest catch of the season. He hauled in a 20-yard grab in the first quarter of the game.

To learn more about both Gragen and Sholtz, please visit their respective programs' pages.

For Media Inquiries:
Brett Chaves
Sports Information Director, Dean College Athletics
(508) 541-1826
BChaves@dean.edu