Weekly Honors Highlight Remarkable Performances
The Big South Women’s Soccer conference unveiled its Players of the Week for the week ending August 31, 2026, spotlighting individual excellence across the league.
Liana Bryant of USC Upstate earned Offensive Player of the Week after a dominant display in a 4‑0 win over Hampton. She opened the scoring just 3:29 into the match and added a second goal before halftime, accounting for half of her team’s total.
Her brace not only put USC Upstate ahead early but also underscored her role as the team’s primary attacking threat.
Defensive Player of the Week Danielle Trovato, also from USC Upstate, anchored a shutout that limited Hampton to just two shots on goal. She played the full 90 minutes, preserving the clean sheet and providing stability at the back.
In goal, Alexa Garcia of Presbyterian College was named Freshman of the Week. The keeper posted a career‑high seven saves in a 0‑0 draw with North Dakota State, including a pivotal final denial that preserved the tie.
Garcia’s .857 save percentage across two appearances highlighted the emergence of a promising new talent for the Bison.
The recognitions reflect the competitive balance within the Big South, where offensive firepower and defensive resilience are increasingly shaping conference storylines.