University of Indianapolis Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics Greg Shaheen announced Tuesday the hiring of UIndy alum Peyton Romig as the next women's lacrosse head coach for the national-champion-winning program.
"This was an important opportunity to work with team members and other stakeholders to identify what we wanted in the leadership of the program," Shaheen said. "As that list of qualities evolved, Peyton's unique experience and leadership in the sport, including her experience at UIndy, made her the ideal pick to lead us into the future."
"I would like to thank Greg Shaheen and the rest of the members of the search committee for this amazing opportunity and for their confidence in my ability to lead this program," shared Romig. "I am incredibly grateful and excited to take this next step in my coaching career in becoming the head coach at my alma mater."
One of the greatest players in program history, Romig was instrumental in the Greyhounds' national title run in 2022. The Carthage, N.Y., native captained the '22 club to a 22-1 overall record, culminating in an 11-9 win versus third-ranked East Stroudsburg in the Division II championship game. She amassed 16 draw controls and three points and was later voted the NCAA DII Championship Most Outstanding Player.
"She's a proven winner and we are excited to have her return to further our commitment to excellence, on and off the field," concluded Shaheen.
Romig was a three-time All-America First Team honoree as a student-athlete and was voted the IWLCA DII National Player of the Year.in 2021. She was also twice named the GLVC Midfielder of the Year before going on to set the all-division NCAA record for career draw controls.
Romig continued: "I am excited to be able to work with such great student athletes that are determined to continue the success of the program. They have shown what they are capable of and I look forward to helping them grow as a team and individuals."
After capping her five-year playing career at UIndy, Romig served as an assistant coach at Davenport for one season. Six Panthers claimed All-GLIAC honors in 2023, including a pair of first teamers. Davenport totaled 203 wins in the draw circle, averaging nearly 12 per game.
Romig is a two-time graduate from UIndy, earning her bachelor's degree and master's degree in Exercise Science.
