The Mountain West Conference announced this week that Ella Ashouri, a freshman forward for Colorado College, has been named both Offensive Player of the Week and Freshman of the Week, a rare double that underscores her immediate impact on the program.
In her collegiate debut against Creighton, Ashouri became the first Tiger in school history to net two goals in a single match, adding an assist that set up Kate Pulley’s game‑winning strike. Her early success has already drawn praise from teammates and opponents alike.
Coach Keri Sanchez highlighted the player’s rapid adaptation to the collegiate pace, noting that Ashouri’s confidence has grown with each minute on the field, culminating in a decisive penalty kick that produced a third goal during the weekend’s matchup with UTSA.
The Tigers will open the season with a pair of road contests, first traveling to San Antonio to face UTSA before heading to Norman, Oklahoma, to take on the University of Oklahoma. Both games promise to test the freshman’s mettle against seasoned defenses.
Beyond the individual accolades, Ashouri’s performance signals a promising direction for Colorado College’s program, which is looking to build on a tradition of competitive soccer while integrating fresh talent into a demanding conference schedule.
A fresh face reshaping expectations
As the team prepares for the upcoming fixtures, the coaching staff remains focused on harnessing Ashouri’s growing influence, hoping her early feats will translate into sustained success for the Tigers throughout the season.