Walling Tabbed IWLCA Defensive Player of the Week
NORTHBOROUGH, Mass. - Tampa women's lacrosse goalkeeper, Alex Walling has been chosen as the IWLCA Defensive Player of the Week as announced by the lWLCA Tuesday afternoon. Walling was also honored as SSC Defensive Player of the Week on Monday following her performances a week ago.
Walling played a pivotal role between the pipes in Tampa's victories over No. 13 Lynn University and No. 17 Rollins College. Against Lynn, Walling recorded 11 saves on 20 shots faced, allowing just nine goals to secure the away victory. Against Rollins, Walling made a season-high 15 saves on 26 shots faced, while allowing only 11 goals. In total, Walling accumulated an impressive 26 saves on 46 shots faced throughout the week.
The IWLCA has chosen 11 student-athletes for the IWLCA Player of the Week awards for the week ending April 14, 2024. This weekly award recognizes the best offensive and defensive performances by players in Division I, II, III, and the NAIA each week during the regular season.