Atlantic Sun Conference Awards | Highlights | A-SUN Release

MACON, Ga. – Five members of the Kennesaw State soccer team earned sports on the Atlantic Sun All-Conference Teams, the league announced Thursday (Oct. 29) afternoon. Senior midfielder Hannah Churchill, sophomore defender Ida Hepsoe, sophomore defender Abby Roth, junior forward Kim Fincher and freshman defender Carly Pressgrove were all honored with A-Sun postseason awards.

 

#8 Hannah Churchill | First Team All-Conference
Senior | Bristol, England
2015 Statistics: 3 Goals, 2 Assists, 8 Points
 
Hannah Churchill is a 5-5 midfielder from Bristol, England and has played a total of 1,609 minutes this season for the Owls, proving to be one of the most reliable players on the pitch. Churchill has started in 17 games, tallying three goals and two assists for eight points on the season – which is currently tied for fifth on the team.  
 
"We're absolutely thrilled for Hannah in being recognized as All Conference First Team. Hannah is a senior and has worked tirelessly since arriving as a freshman. Hannah has improved her fitness, strength, technical skill and decision making. She has become a vocal, confident young leader in the classroom and on the soccer field. We look forward to following her path beyond Kennesaw State," head coach Rob King said.
 
 

#2 Ida Hepsoe | Second Team All-Conference
Sophomore | Malvik, Norway
2015 Statistics: 1 Goal, 6 Assists, 8 Points
 
Ida Hepsoe is a 5-4 defender from Malvik, Norway and has logged 1,688 minutes on the field for the Owls, also proving to be a tough player for the team. This season, Hepsoe has compiled one goal and a team-high six assists for eight points in 18 starts. Hepsoe has totaled 24 shots and 13 shots on goal for a 54 SOG percentage.  
 
 
#6 Kim Fincher | Second Team All-Conference
Junior | Lawrenceville, Ga.
2015 Statistics: 6 Goals, 2 Assists, 14 Points
 
Kim Fincher is a 5-9 forward from Lawrenceville, Ga. and has started in all 18 of the Owls' contests this season. Named Atlantic Sun Conference Player of the Week just over a week ago with a two-goal effort, Fincher has tallied six goals – which ranks tied for second on the roster. The junior has also compiled two assists for 14 total points – which ranks third on the team under Coach King. She has also totaled 47 shots (leads team) and one game-winning goal on the season.  
 
"Kim has had a terrific first season in our program. She is a real handful for defenders, blending speed and skill with an incredible work rate and is going to be a dynamic force in the Conference moving forward." Head Coach, Rob King
 
 
#22 Abby Roth | Second Team All-Conference
Sophomore | Columbus, Ga.
2015 Statistics: 3 Goals, 0 Assists, 6 Assists
 
Abby Roth is a 5-8 Defender from Columbus, Ga. and has logged 1,658 minutes in 18 starts for the Owls. Roth has totaled three goals for six points on the season under Coach King, while totaling 19 shots and seven shots on goal. She also has totaled one game-winning goal on the year.
 
"It's great to see three additional members of our squad recognized on the All-Conference Second Team. Sophomores Abby Roth and Ida Hepsoe are developing into key players on our team and are now among the top defenders in our league." Head Coach, Rob King.
 
 
 
#15 Carly Pressgrove | Atlantic Sun Freshmen Team
Freshman | Peachtree City, Ga.
2015 Statistics: 0 Goals, 3 Assists, 3 Points
 
Carly Pressgrove is a 5-9 defender and midfielder from Peachtree City, Ga.  She is a freshman on the All-Freshman Team and has played a total of 1,640 minutes this season as part of 18 starts for the Owls. Pressgrove compiled three assists for three points on the season and totaling 17 shots.
 
"I was pleased to see Carly recognized as one of the top freshman in the conference. Carly has played almost every minute, in multiple positions and will develop into a dominant player in the conference." Head Coach, Rob King.
 
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