Penn State Behrend Soccer Celebrates Three Scholar All-Region Selections
A remarkable testament too academic and athletic excellence, the Penn State Behrend women’s soccer team saw three of its players honored by the United Soccer Coaches (USC) with Scholar All-region VII accolades on Thursday. the recognition highlights the program’s commitment to fostering well-rounded student-athletes.
Riley Morningstar secured a coveted spot on the First Team, while teammates Lindsey Pawlawski and Lizzie Hoff were named to the Second Team. This prestigious award acknowledges not only exceptional performance on the field but also outstanding achievement in the classroom.
morningstar’s selection marks her second All-Region honor this season, building on her recent recognition as a USC All-Region First Team member and a fourth Team All-America selection. The nursing major boasts an extraordinary 3.70 GPA and has also been recognized as an ECAC All-Star First Team selection,the AMCC Defensive Player of the Year,and a First Team all-AMCC honoree. Her consistent performance and dedication have established her as a key player for the Lions.
Pawlawski, a mechanical engineering major with a perfect 4.0 GPA, earns her second All-Region distinction, having previously been selected to both Second Teams. Her leadership anchored a formidable defense that recorded an impressive 16 shutouts in 21 contests, earning her a First team All-AMCC selection. Pawlawski’s academic and athletic achievements exemplify the ideal student-athlete.
Hoff, also a mechanical engineering major, adds scholar All-Region recognition to her earlier All-Region honors. Maintaining a 3.71 GPA, Hoff contributed significantly to the team’s offensive efforts, scoring eight goals and providing seven assists for a total of 23 points, and was also named an All-AMCC First Team choice.
These awards underscore the Penn State Behrend women’s soccer team’s dedication to both athletic success and academic rigor, setting a high standard for collegiate athletes.
Why: The Penn State Behrend women’s soccer team was recognized for its players’ combined academic and athletic achievements. Who: Riley Morningstar, Lindsey Pawlawski, and Lizzie Hoff were the three players honored. What: They received Scholar All-Region VII accolades from the United Soccer Coaches (USC).How: The players earned these honors through their high GPAs (3.70 or higher) and significant contributions to the team’s success on the field. The season concluded with the team achieving recognition for its well-rounded student-athletes, solidifying its commitment to both athletic and academic excellence.
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