SIUE Women's Soccer Honors Weekly OVC Standouts
The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville women's soccer program highlighted two of its own this week, as the Ohio Valley Conference announced its weekly award recipients. Tori Bockstadter earned Offensive Player of the Week honors, while Sarah Bozeman was selected as Goalkeeper of the Week.
Bockstadter, a native of O'Fallon, Missouri, contributed directly to both victories during the stretch, finding the back of the net in each match. Her decisive strikes helped the Cougars secure a 3‑0 triumph over Austin Peay and a 2‑2 draw with IU Indy, underscoring her role as a primary offensive catalyst.
Bozeman, also from O'Fallon, Missouri, posted a clean sheet against Austin Peay and made six saves in each contest, bringing her season total to 20 stops. Her consistency between the posts has been a cornerstone of the team's defensive stability.
Regional Roots and Future Outlook
The Cougars will close the week with a non‑conference showdown at Drake University on Sunday, kicking off at 1 p.m. The match offers a chance to test the momentum built from the recent performances against Austin Peay and IU Indy.
Both players hail from the St. Louis metropolitan area, reflecting the regional talent pipeline that continues to enrich the program. Their recognitions come as the team prepares for a demanding schedule that includes travel to Iowa and further conference engagements.