Kim Bernatchy
Field Hockey (1977-78)

After an outstanding career at the junior college level, Kim Bernatchy came to Chico State, where her passion for field hockey took center stage. In both 1977 and 1978, she was named to the Golden State all-conference team and was named the league’s Outstanding Defensive Player in 1977. After her playing days were done, Kim continued to be a part of the Wildcat field hockey program by serving as the assistant coach to Mary Ann Lazzarini, helping lead the team to back-to-back national championship tournament appearances.