MAC Field Hockey Offensive Player of the Week
Emily Barrett, Sophomore, Forward, Massachusetts
Sevenoaks, England
Forward Emily Barrett posted a sensational week, having a hand in four of the Minutewomen's eight goals across two wins. The sophomore scored twice in a 5-1 win over Boston University, her fourth-career multi-goal game and second in as many years against BU. Barrett's goals on Friday came in the span of 4:06 in the first quarter to give UMass a quick 4-0 lead. Then on Sunday against UMass Lowell, Barrett finished off a centering feed 33 seconds into the third quarter for a 2-0 Minutewomen lead, which proved to be the difference in a 3-1 win, while also assisting on UMass' third goal. On the season, Barrett is second on the team with nine points via four goals and two assists.
MAC Field Hockey Defensive Player of the Week
Lauren Lewis, Junior, Midfielder/Defender, Ball State
Hull, England
Facing off against Lehigh University and the No. 4 ranked University of Iowa Hawkeyes, Lauren Lewis put together a phenomenal weekend that showcased both her clutch offensive capabilities and her elite, resilient defensive skills. On Saturday against Lehigh, Lewis was the catalyst for the Cardinals' thrilling 5-4 comeback victory. With the match tied late in the fourth quarter, she delivered a spectacular offensive burst, scoring back-to-back goals under pressure. Her first strike served as the critical go-ahead goal to break a 3-3 deadlock, and she followed it up just two minutes later with another brilliant finish to stretch the lead to 5-3. Her poise inside the circle entirely shifted the momentum and ultimately secured the hard-fought win for Ball State. On Sunday, Lewis transitioned seamlessly into an elite defensive anchor as the Cardinals took on the offensive powerhouse of No. 4 Iowa. Despite facing a relentless Hawkeye attack, Lewis stood tall on the backline, single-handedly preventing a larger deficit by recording an incredible three defensive saves.
MAC Field Hockey Goalkeeper of the Week
Dakota Anderson, Senior, App State
Williamsburg, Va.
Senior Dakota Anderson continued her stellar start in goal for App State, stopping 12 of 14 shots faced across a two-game stretch. Against Davidson, Anderson anchored the Mountaineer defense with a six-save shutout, turning away four penalty corners. She followed up on the road at American with another six-save effort, performing clutch diving stops to thwart quality Eagle scoring chances and bringing her season tally to 21 saves through four contests.
