The Mountain West Women's Soccer league has named its weekly award winners for the third week of the season, spotlighting athletes whose contributions helped shape recent results. The conference recognized three players for their impact, each bringing a distinct element to their team's performance.
Offensive Spark
Alyssa Glover, a graduate student from Englewood, Colorado, earned Offensive Player of the Week after delivering three goals in two matches. Her brace in a 5-2 victory over South Dakota underscored her ability to find the net under pressure, while her lone strike in a 2-1 loss to South Carolina illustrated her continued influence even in defeat.
Freshman forward Isabel Vasco from Green River, Wyoming, was celebrated as Freshman of the Week for her dual threat of two goals and two assists. Her six-point contribution across the week helped Wyoming maintain a balanced attack, providing both scoring and playmaking in the same games.
Defensive Reliability
Goalkeeper Savanah Finley, a sophomore from Rockwall, Texas, secured Defensive Player of the Week honors after posting her fourth clean sheet of the season in a 1-0 win against Northern Arizona. Her consistency between the posts has become a cornerstone for UTEP's early-season success.
Wyoming concluded the third week with a 1-1 record, having defeated South Dakota 5-2 before falling 2-1 to South Carolina. Glover's goal in the latter match and Vasco's assist highlighted the team's resilience, while Finley's shutout demonstrated the defensive depth across the conference.
The recognitions reflect a broader narrative of emerging talent and steady growth within the Mountain West. As the season progresses, these award recipients will look to build on their early performances, aiming to guide their squads toward conference contention and postseason aspirations.