Bowling Green, KY, August 5, 2025
News Summary
Maddie Davis, goalkeeper for WKU Soccer, has earned a spot on the United Soccer Coaches Players to Watch List, recognizing her outstanding skills and performance. Davis is one of just 13 goalkeepers selected nationally, showcasing an impressive goals against average of 0.667 and notable achievements including being named CUSA Goalkeeper of the Year. Her contributions were pivotal last season, with a total of five clean sheets, reinforcing her impact in collegiate soccer. The upcoming season begins on August 14, with fans eager to see her in action.
Bowling Green, KY – WKU Soccer’s Maddie Davis Recognized on United Soccer Coaches Players to Watch List
WKU Soccer goalkeeper Maddie Davis has been named to the United Soccer Coaches Players to Watch List, a recognition that highlights her exceptional skills and performance in collegiate soccer. The announcement took place on Friday morning, August 3, 2025. Davis is one of only 13 goalkeepers in the nation selected for this prestigious list, underscoring her impact on the field.
Jason Neidell, the head coach of WKU Soccer, acknowledged Davis as a remarkable player with the necessary attributes of top-tier athletes. Her achievements in the previous season, the 2024 campaign, further solidify her recognition. Throughout the season, Davis allowed just six goals in Conference USA (CUSA) play, achieving a goals against average of 0.667—the best in the league.
In addition to her remarkable goals against average, Davis also recorded five clean sheets during conference play, displaying her ability to keep opposing teams from scoring. Her save percentage of 86.0% during CUSA games was the highest in the conference, showcasing her skill and determination between the posts. For her outstanding contributions, Davis was honored as the CUSA Goalkeeper of the Year.
Throughout the 2024 season, Davis was acknowledged as the CUSA Goalkeeper of the Week on two occasions, specifically on September 24 and October 29. Throughout her career, she has accumulated a total of 14 career shutouts, which ties her for third place in WKU history. Additionally, she ranks fifth in career saves at WKU with 123 saves and holds a goals against average of 1.14, placing her fourth within the program’s record books.
The upcoming season for WKU Soccer is set to kick off on Thursday, August 14, with an away match against the Ohio Bobcats at 4 p.m. Fans interested in following WKU Soccer can access further details and updates via the official WKU athletics website or on their social media platforms.
FAQs
What is the United Soccer Coaches Players to Watch List?
The United Soccer Coaches Players to Watch List is an annual recognition that highlights outstanding talent in collegiate soccer, featuring exceptional players across the nation.
What were Maddie Davis’s notable achievements in the 2024 season?
In the 2024 season, Maddie Davis conceded only six goals, achieved a goals against average of 0.667—best in Conference USA—and recorded five clean sheets. She was also named CUSA Goalkeeper of the Year.
When does the 2025 WKU Soccer season begin?
The 2025 WKU Soccer season is scheduled to commence on Thursday, August 14, 2025, with an away match against the Ohio Bobcats at 4 p.m.
Key Features and Achievements of Maddie Davis
| Achievement | Details |
|---|---|
| Players to Watch List | One of 13 goalkeepers recognized nationally |
| Goals Against Average | 0.667 (Best in CUSA) |
| Clean Sheets | 5 during Conference Play |
| Save Percentage | 86.0% (Highest in CUSA) |
| CUSA Goalkeeper of the Year | 2024 |
| Career Shutouts | 14 (Ties for 3rd in WKU History) |
| Career Saves | 123 (5th in WKU History) |
| Goals Against Average (Career) | 1.14 (4th in WKU Records) |
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Additional Resources
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- Wikipedia: Soccer
- WKU Falls to Murray State
- Google Search: WKU Soccer
- WKU Opens Preseason Against Murray State
- Google Scholar: WKU Soccer
- WKU Continues Preseason Against Belmont
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Soccer
- BG Daily News on WKU Soccer
- Google News: WKU Women’s Soccer
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