McGill Women’s Soccer: A Season to Remember!
Good day, soccer enthusiasts and academic achievers! Gather around as we delve into the exhilarating world of McGill University’s women’s soccer team. I hope you’re ready for some unforgettable highlights, because if I had a nickel for every time McGill’s Camels scored, I wouldn’t need a job! But alas, it’s the ladies who are dribbling to glory this season!
Spotlight on Chloé Renaud: The Player of the Year
Let’s kick things off with the star of the show—Chloé Renaud. This 5-foot-5 dynamo has not only secured the title of Player of the Year but is also a proud member of the exclusive “Martinets Legue MVP Club.” It’s a club that’s been oddly quiet since 2005, but suddenly, here comes Renaud making jaws drop! With 12 goals and 4 assists, she was the scoring champion of the RSEQ—a title close to the hearts of those who can’t score a proper goal in FIFA!
Renaud’s statistics read like a fantasy soccer card—scoring against every team in the league, being a constant presence on the field, and completing 72% of her passes. I mean, shooting 67 opponents? Now that’s what I call tackling life! She not only dazzled the crowd but also led her team to victory with three decisive game-winning goals. If trophies were given for dribbling prowess alone, she’d have more bling than a rapper at the Grammys!
Rookie Sensation and Coaching Triumphs
Another standout is the talented Blessing Mayi-Kith—the newly crowned Rookie of the Year! It seems that the Montréal squad decided to add a little sprinkle of magic to their game as Mayi-Kith bounds onto the scene. It’s like Hogwarts meets the soccer pitch! But wait—what’s that? Tony Perrier from Sherbrooke has snatched the Coach of the Year accolade. If team spirit were a spiced rum, Perrier would be serving up shots every half-time!
All-Stars Flocking to McGill
Let’s not forget about the impressive team spirit! Four Martlets made their way to the first team all-star squad—yes, that’s the soccer equivalent of winning a lottery ticket! This squad features the formidable Stephanie Hill, the ever-reliable Mara Bouchard, and the impressive Elisabeth Pronovost. It appears the soccer gods have decided to bless McGill this year, handing out accolades like candy at a parade!
Joining Renaud and her all-star comrades are two players on the second team: Giselle De Leon and Alexandra Hughes-Goyette. You know it’s a good season when half the team is flaunting all-star status while the rest are back at the lockers, nervously adjusting their shin guards. The battle for spots on the roster must have been tenser than a British sitcom!
Concluding Remarks: Celebrate the Legacy!
So, as the applause fades and the event of the year settles in our hearts, let’s acknowledge the spirit of sportsmanship, camaraderie, and fierce competition that these young women embody. Just imagine a world where all trophies were made of cake. The RSEQ awards would have been a feast of epic proportions!
In the realm of collegiate sports, where talent meets tenacity, this year’s award winners prove that McGill University is a true juggernaut in women’s soccer. If they keep this up, there may soon be a statue of Chloé Renaud outside the McGill pitch to immortalize her brilliance—because after all, someone’s got to keep the dreams alive when all body parts are still intact!
So here’s to McGill, to soccer, and to an extraordinary season that has certainly left its mark. Cheers, and may next year be even more sensational—perhaps with a side of luck, a dash of skill, and a sprinkle of magic!
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MONTREAL – Chloe Renaud has been awarded the prestigious title of Player of the Year, highlighting her exceptional performance, and stands out among eight distinguished players from McGill University as the RSEQ women’s soccer laureates were revealed by the Quebec-based conference.
In a voting process executed by the league’s eight head coaches, the other significant award recipients include Montreal’s Blessing Mayi-Kith, who was named Rookie of the Year, while Sherbrooke’s Karina Fortier received the Leadership and Citizenship Award. Notably, Sherbrooke’s own Tony Perrier earned the title of Coach of the Year, showcasing his leadership excellence in the sport.
Renaud’s exceptional skill set her apart as one of four Martlets, alongside teammates Stephanie Hill, Mara Bouchard, and Elisabeth Pronovost, who secured a spot on the prestigious conference’s first all-star team. Additionally, junior Giselle De Leon from Lavaltrie, Que., and senior Alexandra Hughes-Goyette from Squamish, B.C., represented the team on the second all-star team.
The impressive lineup also included two exceptional newcomers, Emma Inciarte of Toronto and Vanessa Kumar, a native of Montreal, who both earned all-rookie recognition for their standout performances.
Renaud, a talented 5-foot-5 midfielder hailing from St. Hubert, Que., marks a significant milestone as she becomes the 12th McGill player to achieve league MVP honors and the first to do so since 2005. This three-time all-star displayed remarkable prowess, netting 12 goals and providing four assists, ultimately securing the RSEQ conference scoring crown and ranking fifth nationally among goal leaders. The 21-year-old psychology junior’s remarkable feat of scoring a dozen goals represents a 23-year gap since Eva Melamed achieved 16 goals in the 2001 season. Renaud, known for her discipline on the field as evidenced by receiving only one yellow card, displayed her versatility by scoring against all six rival teams in the Quebec league and finding the net in 10 out of the team’s 14 games. Her statistics include a success rate of 72 percent in pass completion and an impressive 67 successful dribbles against opponents. Notably, Renaud was responsible for three winning goals, earned the title of McGill’s Player of the Game three times, was honored as the McGill Athlete of the Week twice, and received the RSEQ weekly honor on one occasion.
Hill, a seasoned fifth-year player from Montreal, is also making her mark as a 22-year-old master’s student in physical therapy. This formidable six-foot defender has once again proven her skill, earning conference all-star status for the fourth time. During her nine league games, she contributed a goal to the team’s success and received only one yellow card, despite missing five games due to injury. Hill was recognized as McGill’s Player of the Game on two occasions, cementing her role as a crucial team player.
The accolades continue with Bouchard, a 23-year-old psychology senior from Granby, Que., who boasts an impressive record of being a four-time conference all-star and a three-time All-Canadian. The 5-foot-4 midfielder demonstrated her playmaking ability, contributing two assists across 14 games while maintaining her composure with just one yellow card.
Pronovost, a first-time all-star, shines bright as a 21-year-old from Chambly, Que. As a science junior majoring in psychology, this 5-foot-5 midfielder showcased her talent, scoring twice and assisting in another goal during 14 games. Pronovost’s dedication to excellence was acknowledged with three nominations as McGill’s Player of the Game.
The Montreal Carabins, the division leaders, matched McGill’s four positions on the first all-star team, with representation coming from UQTR, Sherbrooke, and UQAM. The second all-star team featured a diverse group, including three additional members from the Carabins and two players each from McGill, Laval, and UQTR, along with a representative from Sherbrooke and another from Concordia. The All-Rookie honors comprised three outstanding players from the Carabins, with two each from McGill, Sherbrooke, and Laval, in addition to one player from Bishop’s and UQAM.
2024 RSEQ Women’s Soccer Major Awards & All-Stars
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Earl Zukerman
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McGill University
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De Leon, Laval
Alexandra Hughes-Goyette, McGill
Béatrice Léger, UQAM
Third Team All-Stars
Marie-Michelle Julienne, Laval
Sarah Khosrovi, Sherbrooke
Emma Inciarte, McGill
Vanessa Kumar, McGill
Mattie Hargreaves, UQTR
All-Rookie Team
Emma Inciarte, McGill
Vanessa Kumar, McGill
Alexandra Maisonneuve, Sherbrooke
Marc-Antoine Asselin, Laval
Rayah Huda, Montreal
The achievements by the McGill Martlets in the 2024 RSEQ women’s soccer season highlight the talent and dedication of their players. With Renaud leading the charge as the MVP and numerous all-star selections, the future looks bright for the team as they continue to build on their successes in the league.
