Greenville, S.C. (April 23) — University of Mount Olive sophomore Simone McCraw was named the Conference Carolinas Defensive Player of the Year, leading a strong group of seven Trojans honored with all-conference selections for the 2025 season.

McCraw, who ranked sixth nationally with 3.13 caused turnovers per game, helped anchor a Trojan defense that led the league and ranked fifth in the nation in caused turnovers. She also earned First-Team All-Conference honors alongside Logan Hibbard, the team’s offensive leader with 68 points, and standout freshman goalie Lily Mahoney, who posted a 7.21 goals-against average.

Rileigh White and Caroline Clark were named to the Second-Team, while Kayanna Bowden and Madison Dow received Third-Team recognition.

The Trojans’ seven honorees highlight Mount Olive’s continued dominance and depth in Conference Carolinas women’s lacrosse.

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