Herkimer College’s Yetnelyz Lugo-Mateo Earns National and Regional Honors

Herkimer College women’s soccer standout Yetnelyz Lugeo-Mateo, of Utica, NY, has been named NJCAA Division III Women’s Soccer Player of the Week and NJCAA Region 3 Athlete of the Week for September 9–16.

Yetnelyz was crucial to the Generals’ offense registering five shots on goal while tallying four goals and two assists. Her contributions were instrumental in leading the Generals to both a draw and a victory. Yetnelyz’s consistent scoring presence and playmaking ability proved vital in securing results for the Generals, further establishing her as one of the team’s key offensive threats this season.

Head Coach Damon Neish said, “Time and time again Yetnelyz has shown she’s not only the ultimate teammate, but an absolute monster of a soccer player. Yeti continues week after week to be a shining star in NJCAA college soccer, and we are delighted we will get to share these honors with Yetnelyz for the rest of the year.”

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