BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — Graduate midfielder April McDonald was named Conference USA Defensive Player of the Week by the league on Tuesday. The Hilltoppers improve to 2-0-2 on the season.
McDonald helped lead the Hilltoppers to a 1-0-1 record during the second week of the season, accounting for two of WKU's three goals across the two matches. In a 1-1 draw against UAB, McDonald gave the Hilltoppers an early 1-0 lead, finding the back of the net with a header off a corner kick that bounced over the goalkeeper into the top-right corner. She followed that performance with another header against Ball State on Thursday, putting WKU on the board in just the third minute of play. The goal ultimately proved to be the game-winner.
McDonald also anchored the Hilltoppers' defense from her midfield position, helping WKU secure its third shutout of the season against Ball State while limiting the Cardinals to just five shots.
WKU continues this season with a lone home match this week. The Hilltoppers will take on Union Thursday, Aug. 27 at 7 PM at the WKU Soccer Complex. Admission to all WKU Soccer games at the WKU Soccer Complex is free.
How to follow the Hilltoppers: For complete information on WKU Soccer, visit WKUSports.com or follow the program via social media @WKU_Soccer on X and Instagram.
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