Hobart College sophomore
Tommy Hayes was named to the 2009 National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) Division III All-East Region Third Team.
A forward, Hayes finished the season with a team-high 14 points. He led the Statesmen with six assists, and netted four goals. Hayes recorded the game-winner in a 3-0 win at Ithaca. He also assisted on two game-winning goals; in a 2-1 win at Union and a 2-1 win vs. Hamilton. In a victory at Nazareth, Hayes registered a six-point performance with two goals and two helpers, tying the program record for points in a game. He completed the season ranked third in the Liberty League in assists and 10th in points. The All-Liberty League First Team pick was named the league’s Offensive Performer of the Week once.
Hayes helped Hobart capture the program’s first Liberty League Championship and earn its fourth straight (fifth overall) berth into the NCAA Tournament. The Statesmen advanced to the second round of the NCAA Tournament for the fourth consecutive year, posting a 15-4-2 record.