Maja Lardner, a midfield stalwart for Georgetown’s women’s soccer team, was named the BIG EAST Female Scholar‑Athlete of the Year for 2025, a distinction that comes with a $4,000 scholarship earmarked for her graduate studies.
She earned her bachelor’s degree in finance and marketing with a cumulative GPA of 3.612, and she now maintains a flawless 4.0 in her graduate coursework focused on real estate, underscoring a rare blend of scholarly rigor and athletic drive.
Athletic Excellence
Over her five‑year collegiate career Lardner appeared in 91 matches, tallying 31 goals and 20 assists for a total of 82 career points. She recorded ten game‑winning goals, helping the Hoyas secure three BIG EAST tournament titles and earn United Soccer Coaches Second Team All‑America honors.
Her performances also earned her two BIG EAST Offensive Player of the Year awards and twice placed her on the All‑BIG EAST First Team, reflecting her consistent impact on the field.
Beyond statistics, Lardner’s clutch contributions were on full display throughout her tenure, a factor that coaches say separates elite players from the rest.
Following graduation, she signed a professional contract with Racing Louisville FC of the National Women’s Soccer League, joining a growing pipeline of Georgetown alumni who are reshaping the league.
Georgetown’s soccer program has enjoyed a resurgence during Lardner’s era, posting five consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances and reaching the BIG EAST Championship match four times; this streak follows the back‑to‑back Scholar‑Athlete honors of Julia Leas in 2023 and 2024.