Hokie ClubMolly Dunphey was named an assistant coach by head coach Kristen Skiera in July of 2024.
Dunphey, a native of Ridgewood, N.J., wrapped up her collegiate career in the spring of 2024 with the Hokies following a four-year stint at Villanova. In four seasons of play, the defender appeared in 68 contests and made 65 starts.
“I would like to thank Coach Skiera for this amazing opportunity,” Dunphey said of her appointment. “I am excited to be back at Virginia Tech after enjoying my time playing last season. The future is so bright for this team, and I cannot wait to be a part of it. Go Hokies!”
A cornerstone of Virginia Tech’s defense that allowed just 11.06 goals per game (11.95 national average), Dunphey ranked second on the team in ground balls (27) and third in caused turnovers (16).
While at Villanova, Dunphey served as a team captain in her senior season. During that 2023 campaign, she recorded 27 ground balls and 14 caused turnovers, while Villanova more than doubled its win total from the previous season.
“I am incredibly proud to welcome Molly to our staff,” Skiera said of the staff addition. “As a player, she was a tireless worker, student of the game, unbelievable communicator and reliable leader. We feel so fortunate to be adding a person to our staff that is so passionate about the future success of the program. It was an easy decision to entrust her in this role. Welcome back to Blacksburg, Molly!”
In 2024, the Hokies registered a third consecutive .500-or-better season, a feat they hadn’t accomplished since 2011-13. Tech held 10 opponents to single-digit scoring tallies and 11 teams below their season scoring average in the spring.