Peyton Huber was named Conference USA Player of the Week on September 3, 2024, a testament to her rapid ascent as one of the nation’s most reliable last lines of defense. The recognition follows a season in which she has posted an immaculate 4‑0‑2 record, accumulating more than 850 minutes between the posts and maintaining a goals‑against average of 0.84.
Her statistical footprint is equally striking: Huber has turned 68 shots into 23 saves, yielding a save percentage of 0.742, and has been part of six combined shutouts alongside teammate Grace Workman. In two full 90‑minute appearances she recorded clean sheets, underscoring her durability and poise under pressure.
Beyond the numbers, Huber’s impact resonates in the classroom. She earned a spot on the CUSA Commissioner’s Academic Honor Roll for 2024, reflecting a commitment to scholarship that mirrors the university’s emphasis on holistic development. The goalkeeper often credits her parents for instilling discipline, recalling how a quick call with her father, JR Huber, steadies her nerves before every match.
From High School Dominance to College Breakthrough
Huber’s high school career at Bearden High School in Tennessee was marked by back‑to‑back Class AAA state championships in 2021 and 2022, during which she set a single‑season state record with 21 shutouts and finished as the all‑time Tennessee leader with 53 career clean sheets. Those performances drew the attention of several major programs, but Liberty’s blend of religious tradition and proximity to home sealed her decision.
Off the pitch, Huber balances soccer with a love of snowboarding and building Lego sets, hobbies that provide a creative outlet amid a demanding schedule. She also shares her home with three dogs — Holly, Dalton, and Kiki — and cites former U.S. women’s national team star Hope Solo as a childhood idol. Looking ahead, Huber dreams of snowboarding in Switzerland, a destination that embodies both her athletic spirit and love of adventure.