Washington College Women’s Soccer Dominates Centennial Player of the Week Awards

In an impressive display of athletic prowess, Washington College’s women’s soccer team swept the Centennial Conference Player of the Week awards for September 8-14.

Junior forward Sophie Kilbride and junior goalkeeper Olivia Allen got recognized for their outstanding contributions on the field. It’s a big achievement for the Shorewomen.

Kilbride’s offensive spark and Allen’s defensive steadiness drove the team’s successful week. They grabbed victories against Hood and Rutgers-Camden.

Washington College’s Stellar Week in Women’s Soccer

The Shorewomen’s recent games have been pretty spectacular. Key players stepped up and delivered match-winning performances.

Sophie Kilbride and Olivia Allen didn’t just earn individual accolades—they set the tone for the team’s future matchups. Their efforts shaped a week where Washington College dominated, blending offensive flair with defensive grit.

Sophie Kilbride: Offensive Player of the Week

Junior forward Sophie Kilbride inspired the Shorewomen and earned her first Centennial Conference Offensive Player of the Week award. She scored two goals and provided three assists, racking up seven points in total.

Her impact was obvious in both matches that week.

• Scored two goals in a 2-0 win against Rutgers-Camden
• Provided three assists in a 7-0 rout of Hood
• Tied the program record for assists in a single game

Against Hood, Kilbride dished out three assists in just 4:27 during the second half. She helped turn a 2-0 lead into a runaway 5-0 advantage.

This marked only the eighth time a player notched three assists in one game for the program. Kilbride’s playmaking was on another level.

Olivia Allen: Defensive Player of the Week

Junior goalkeeper Olivia Allen picked up the Centennial Conference Defensive Player of the Week award for the third time. Her goalkeeping helped the team keep clean sheets in both matches.

Allen stayed cool under pressure and kept things organized at the back.

• 117:22 minutes of scoreless play over two games
• Six crucial saves in the 2-0 win against Rutgers-Camden
• 27:22 minutes of clean sheet play in the 7-0 win over Hood

She really shined in the second half against Rutgers-Camden, making four big saves to keep the shutout intact. Allen’s reliability came through again in the Hood match, where she allowed nothing during her time on the field.

Historical Context and Future Prospects

Kilbride and Allen’s achievements go beyond personal milestones. They’re a big deal for the team’s morale and performance overall.

Before Kilbride, Reagan Longridge last won the Centennial Conference Offensive Player of the Week in October 2021. Amity Harrington was the last to secure the defensive award in October 2024.

These honors show a steady stream of talent and hint at a bright future for Washington College women’s soccer.

Upcoming Fixtures

The Shorewomen’s next matches could shape their place in the Centennial Conference. Fans are definitely watching to see if the team can keep up this impressive run.

• September 24: Home game at 7:00 PM
• September 27: Away game at 4:00 PM

These games will give the team more chances to prove themselves. Standout players like Kilbride and Allen might just keep raising the bar.

Conclusion

Sophie Kilbride and Olivia Allen have really shown what the Washington College women’s soccer team can do. Their recent Centennial Conference Player of the Week honors highlight their grit and skill.

If you’re curious about more details on their performances, or want to check out upcoming fixtures, you can swing by the official Washington College sports news page.