A season that will be remembered
Liam Pritchard, an English forward who has been playing for Midwestern State’s men’s soccer program, was recently honored as the Lone Star Conference 2025‑26 Men’s Athlete of the Year. The award recognizes his pivotal role in guiding the Mustangs to their first-ever national championship in program history.
During the 2025 campaign Pritchard contributed three goals, one of which came in the NCAA Division II National Championship Match, and added eight assists. Across the season he amassed 14 points, a statistic that underscores his all‑around impact on the field.
Historical context and personal milestones
Pritchard becomes only the third athlete from Midwestern State to earn the LSC Athlete of the Year honor and the second male player to do so. His achievement follows Brenna Moore’s 2015 women’s award and Marqui Christian’s 2016 men’s accolade, marking a lineage of standout performances for the university.
The recognition also reflects the growing prominence of Midwestern State within collegiate soccer circles. By capturing the national title, the team not only secured a historic first for the institution but also earned a berth in the national conversation, a development that the Lone Star Conference and the National Collegiate Athletic Association have highlighted as a boost for the sport.
Looking ahead
With the season concluded, Pritchard’s focus now shifts to preparation for upcoming competitions and the next chapter of his collegiate career. Coaches and teammates alike expect his leadership to continue shaping the program’s trajectory, as the university aims to build on this landmark achievement in the years to come.