MOREHEAD, Ky. -- Morehead State Soccer junior forward
Ashton Lynam earned All-OVC Second Team and All-Newcomer Team honors, the league announced Wednesday.
"So grateful to earn All-OVC Second Team and Newcomer recognition," said Lynam. "Behind every individual recognition is a team and coaching staff that plays a part in making that happen. I've enjoyed every moment of this season and am looking forward to the tournament later this week."
In her first season in the blue and gold, Lynam sank three goals and recorded two assists through her 18 games played, starting in 16 of them.
The Henderson, Ky., product tied for the team lead in points (eight), and finished second on the team in goals and assists.
"It's no surprise to me, Ashton's been great for us," said Head Coach
Paul Cox. "Since she's walked in the door in January, she's played a number of different positions for us, in moments where we've really needed her. She's very deserving of the honor, and I can't wait to see what she does in the tournament."
Lynam scored goals in back to back games against Alabama A&M and Bellarmine in mid-September. Her goal was the lone goal against Alabama A&M, securing the 1-0 win for MSU.
In Ohio Valley Conference play, Lynam scored the Eagles' first conference goal against Southeast Missouri State. Her goal marked the third straight goal she had scored for the Eagles, becoming the first to do so since Hedda Ornberg did it in four consecutive games in October of 2024.Â
Lynam and the Eagles are set for their first round playoff game against Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, on Thursday, Nov. 5, in Edwardsville, Ill. Kickoff is set for 8:00 p.m. ET.
