Whitcraft, Woodward Earn Conference Honors
10/3/2022 1:00:00 PM | Soccer
Gear named to Honor Roll
HOUSTON – University of Houston redshirt freshman Haley Woodward was named the American Athletic Conference's Goalkeeper of the Week, and defender Alex Whitcraft was honored as Rookie of the Week, the league office announced Monday.
Whitcraft's honor comes from her performances against Memphis and UTSA where she recorded two assists. This is the third straight season that a Cougar earned Rookie of the Week with Mikaela Gracia receiving the honor during the 2020 season and Samantha Wiehe claiming it in 2021.
Woodward recorded her first shutout of the season on Sunday against UTSA highlighted by a career-high nine saves. The Fayetteville, Arkansas, native ranks second in the conference with 49 saves this season.
The conference recognitions did not stop there for the Cougars as senior Madison Gear was named to the American's Honor Roll list after scoring the game-winner against UTSA on Sunday. This marked the Rockwall, Texas, native's her first goal of the season and sixth career goal with the Cougars.
UP NEXT
The Cougars continue action at the Carl Lewis International Complex with American Athletic Conference play at 7 p.m. Thursday against SMU as part of Greek Night.
The Greek organization with the highest attendance will receive a $200 gift card from Little Woodrow's at the conclusion of the game.
Fans in attendance will receive rally towels while supplies last.
TICKETS
Students will now be able to claim two tickets at no cost to all home soccer matches. Students can claim their tickets by presenting their student IDs at the gate.
Fans can purchase single-game tickets by clicking here, or by visiting the ticket office. Mobile tickets can also be purchased at game time at the ticket booth located at Schroeder Park (baseball), adjacent to the Carl Lewis International Complex. For more information on how to purchase tickets, call 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647).
SUPPORT HOUSTON RISE
Join Houston Rise, a $150 million fundraising campaign for Houston Athletics dedicated to championship success in the Big 12 Conference. Every Houston Rise contribution prepares our Cougars to compete and win when we start Big 12 competition in July 2023. Click here to rise and be counted.
JOIN the COUGAR RESERVES
Fans are invited to join the Cougar Reserves to support Houston Soccer. Cougar Reserves members provide financial support directly to Houston Soccer for needs beyond the program's operating budget. For more information about levels of giving and benefits, fans can click here.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarSoccer on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at UHCougarSoccer or on the team's Instagram page at @uhcougarsoccer.
Whitcraft's honor comes from her performances against Memphis and UTSA where she recorded two assists. This is the third straight season that a Cougar earned Rookie of the Week with Mikaela Gracia receiving the honor during the 2020 season and Samantha Wiehe claiming it in 2021.
Woodward recorded her first shutout of the season on Sunday against UTSA highlighted by a career-high nine saves. The Fayetteville, Arkansas, native ranks second in the conference with 49 saves this season.
The conference recognitions did not stop there for the Cougars as senior Madison Gear was named to the American's Honor Roll list after scoring the game-winner against UTSA on Sunday. This marked the Rockwall, Texas, native's her first goal of the season and sixth career goal with the Cougars.
UP NEXT
The Cougars continue action at the Carl Lewis International Complex with American Athletic Conference play at 7 p.m. Thursday against SMU as part of Greek Night.
The Greek organization with the highest attendance will receive a $200 gift card from Little Woodrow's at the conclusion of the game.
Fans in attendance will receive rally towels while supplies last.
TICKETS
Students will now be able to claim two tickets at no cost to all home soccer matches. Students can claim their tickets by presenting their student IDs at the gate.
Fans can purchase single-game tickets by clicking here, or by visiting the ticket office. Mobile tickets can also be purchased at game time at the ticket booth located at Schroeder Park (baseball), adjacent to the Carl Lewis International Complex. For more information on how to purchase tickets, call 713-GO-COOGS (462-6647).
SUPPORT HOUSTON RISE
Join Houston Rise, a $150 million fundraising campaign for Houston Athletics dedicated to championship success in the Big 12 Conference. Every Houston Rise contribution prepares our Cougars to compete and win when we start Big 12 competition in July 2023. Click here to rise and be counted.
JOIN the COUGAR RESERVES
Fans are invited to join the Cougar Reserves to support Houston Soccer. Cougar Reserves members provide financial support directly to Houston Soccer for needs beyond the program's operating budget. For more information about levels of giving and benefits, fans can click here.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following @UHCougarSoccer on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at UHCougarSoccer or on the team's Instagram page at @uhcougarsoccer.
Players Mentioned
Midfielder
/ Soccer
Goalkeeper
/ Soccer
DEF/MID
/ Soccer
Midfielder
/ Soccer
Goalkeeper
/ SoccerMedia Availability - Ben Williams
Friday, May 09
RECAP vs Arizona (Oct. 13, 2024)
Thursday, January 30
RECAP vs UTSA (Aug. 29, 2024)
Thursday, January 30
Cougars All-Access: Kate Burgess (WSOC)
Friday, September 06