There is plenty of talent throughout the levels of college soccer. Read a recap of the D2, D3, and NAIA teams and players season that dominated the past week.

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Week in Consideration: October 9-15

D2 Women’s Player of the Week: Ella Fadale, Gannon

In a truly unstoppable week, Fadale dazzled with four goals and one assist, powering her team to triumphant victories over Seton Hill and Adelphi.

D2 Women’s Team of the Week: Bemidji State

Starting with a grueling road win versus St. Cloud State, the Beavers rounded out an impressive week by drawing No. 2 Minnesota State 2-2.

D3 Women’s Player of the Week: Mikayla Zvekan, Brevard

A hat trick versus Mary Baldwin, followed by a goal against Salem (NC), propelled the Tornados to two conference victories.

D3 Women’s Team of the Week: Penn State-Harrisburg

Pulling off a stunning 1-0 road upset of No. 4 Messiah, Penn State Harrisburg then followed with a 4-0 rout of Cairn.

NAIA Women’s Player of the Week: Marianna Barreto, Central Methodist

Barreto was a clutch performer for the Eagles, starting with a hat trick to defeat Graceland 6-0, then a 77th-minute game-winner versus Benedictine (KS). 

NAIA Women’s Team of the Week: Truett-McConnell College

The Bears extended their undefeated season to 13 matches, defeating No. 4 University of Cumberlands 3-0 before securing a 1-0 win over Reinhardt.

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