STARKVILLE – Mississippi State Soccer is exhilarated to announce the triumphant return of goalkeeper Maddy Anderson and midfielder Macey Hodge for the upcoming season. This formidable duo, renowned for rewriting the record books and achieving historic milestones, brings an unparalleled level of experience, leadership, and skill to the field for an electrifying final season.
Maddy Anderson’s Record-Breaking Legacy:
Maddy Anderson, indisputably the best keeper in program history, continues to etch her name in the annals of Mississippi State Women’s Soccer with a series of record-breaking accomplishments. Anderson boasts an extraordinary program-high 32 goalkeeper wins and 26 shutouts in her illustrious career. In 2023, she clinched 12 wins, setting a record for goalkeeper wins by a senior, and achieved an impressive save percentage of .818%, another senior-year record. Notably, her goals allowed in 2023 stood at a mere 0.69, showcasing her exceptional defensive prowess.
In the 2023 season alone, Maddy Anderson demonstrated unparalleled resilience, breaking the record for the most goalkeeper minutes played with an astounding 2,092 minutes. She also secured 11 shutouts, setting a new program record for shutouts in a single season. Additionally, Anderson led the Bulldog defensive unit to concede the fewest goals in a single season, allowing only 14 goals in the 2023 campaign.
Anderson’s outstanding performance in 2023 earned her Second Team All-SEC Honors, a well-deserved recognition of her exceptional contributions to the team.
Macey Hodge’s Impactful Presence:
Senior midfielder Macey Hodge, recently named to the 2023 United Soccer Coaches NCAA Division I Women’s All-Southeast Region Second Team, stands as a cornerstone of the Bulldog’s success. Hodge’s incredible skill set, leadership, and dedication to the game have earned her a well-deserved spot on the First Team within the SEC in 2023. Hodge’s impact extends beyond individual accolades, contributing significantly to the team’s historic achievements.
Hodge’s impressive Bulldog tenure includes a remarkable 73 games played, starting in 72 of them. The native of Douglasville, Georgia, has consistently demonstrated exceptional skill, leadership, and dedication on the pitch. Since joining the Maroon and White in 2020 as a redshirt freshman, she has played a total of…
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