CSU Women's Soccer Places Four Players on NSCAA Scholar Teams

The Lady Cougars of Columbus State University women's soccer are known for excellence on the field, but they also shine in the classroom.  Four players have been selected to the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) Scholar All-American and Scholar All-Region teams.

Junior defender Laurel McKenzie (3.30 GPA) is a Second Team pick for both awards and is joined by junior midfielder Jill Walthall (4.00 GPA) on the Second Team All-Region.  Junior midfielder Kate Walton (3.42 GPA) and senior forward Rachel Walthall (3.42 GPA) receive honorable mention status in the All-Region category.

Among other criteria, NSCAA Scholar All-America nominees must have carried at least a 3.30 cumulative grade point average throughout their career, started more than 50% of all games and been a significant contributor to the team.  The All-America selections will be recognized at the annual All-America Luncheon in Philadelphia on January 16 as part of the 2010 NSCAA Convention.

For complete team listings and more details on the selection process, visit the NSCAA 2009 Awards Webpage.