University of Maryland, Baltimore County Women’s Soccer sophomore defender Hailey Ahmed earned America East Conference Women’s Soccer Defensive Player of the Week honors Monday, Oct. 26, 2026. It marked Ahmed’s second Defensive Player of the Week honor this season.
Ahmed anchored a UMBC defense that limited the Bryant Bulldogs to five shots. She also recorded two shots on goal and delivered several dangerous free kicks into the box.
Hailey Ahmed Anchors UMBC Against Bryant
Ahmed’s performance came in UMBC’s game at Bryant on Oct. 25. Her defensive work helped limit the Bulldogs’ opportunities, while her offensive activity added pressure in the attack.
UMBC will host Maine in its regular-season finale at noon Sunday, Nov. 1. The schedule also lists UMBC Women’s Soccer at the America East quarterfinals on Nov. 5, with the start time to be announced.
Read the official announcement from UMBC Athletics.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
Ahmed’s second America East Conference Defensive Player of the Week honor recognizes her contribution on both sides of the field against Bryant. She helped limit the Bulldogs to five shots while also producing two shots on goal and creating opportunities with her free kicks.
UMBC now turns to its regular-season finale against Maine before the America East quarterfinals listed for Nov. 5.
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