The ranking is a six-spot jump from where Penn State landed last preseason at No. 11.
Katherine Asman was named the Big Ten Co-Goalkeeper of the Week, while Cori Dyke earned Big Ten Defender of the Week honors.
The three-day event features teams from across all ages and skill levels.
Wall leaves Happy Valley as the reigning team MVP and will join the Nashville Predators' system.
After going up early, substitutes sealed the deal for Penn State against the Division II Golden Rams.
Carly Gannon, Mackenzie Allessie, and Brie Barraco were named Penn State field hockey's team captains for the 2023-24 season.