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Lady Jackets Shine in ASC Awards

Combs Named Goalkeeper of the Year, Badgeley Earns Co-Coach of the Year Honors

Lady Jackets Shine in ASC Awards; Combs Named Goalkeeper of the Year, Badgeley Earns Co-Coach of the Year Honors
BROWNWOOD, Texas – The Howard Payne University Women's Soccer team received major recognition as the American Southwest Conference announced its 2025 All-Conference awards. Highlighting the honors, senior goalkeeper Landry Combs was named the ASC Goalkeeper of the Year, while Head Coach Brandon Badgeley was recognized as ASC Co-Coach of the Year, marking one of the most decorated seasons in recent program history.
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Combs anchored the Lady Jackets' defense all season long, starting every match and serving as the backbone of HPU's strong defensive unit. Her consistency, leadership, and poise under pressure earned her not only Goalkeeper of the Year honors but also a spot on the All-Conference First Team.
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Joining Combs on the First Team was forward Abbie Wetzel, who emerged as one of the ASC's most dynamic attacking players. Wetzel led the Lady Jackets offensively, showcasing her creativity and ability to finish in key moments throughout the season.
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HPU was also well-represented on the All-Conference Second Team, with defenders Kendall Watkins, Kate Nordhaus, and Kaylin Greger all earning recognition for their contributions to one of the toughest back lines in the conference. Additionally, forward Alayna Lopez and midfielder Brenna Douthit were honored for their offensive impact and steady play making presence, rounding out an impressive list of Lady Jacket awardees.
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"This group has been phenomenal," said Head Coach Brandon Badgeley. "To see our players earn these honors is a reflection of the hard work, belief, and togetherness this team has shown all year. Landry and Abbie have been tremendous leaders, and for us to have multiple defenders recognized just shows the depth and commitment of our squad. I'm incredibly proud of them and excited for what's ahead."

The Lady Jackets' strong showing in the ASC awards underscores the program's growth and competitiveness under Badgeley's leadership. Sharing Co-Coach of the Year honors alongside UMHB's Barry Elkins, Badgeley guided HPU to one of its best all-around performances in recent years, with the team displaying resilience and unity in one of the most competitive women's soccer conferences in NCAA Division III.

With multiple All-Conference selections, two major individual awards, and a clear upward trajectory, the Lady Jackets continue to solidify their place among the ASC's elite.
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Players Mentioned

Brenna Douthit

#10 Brenna Douthit

F/MF
5' 4"
Junior
Kaylin Greger

#22 Kaylin Greger

D
5' 5"
Sophomore
Kate Nordhaus

#24 Kate Nordhaus

D
5' 8"
Sophomore
Kendall Watkins

#26 Kendall Watkins

D
5' 4"
Sophomore
Landry Combs

#0 Landry Combs

GK
5' 2"
Junior
Abbie Wetzel

#2 Abbie Wetzel

F
5' 4"
Freshman
Alayna Lopez

#4 Alayna Lopez

F
6' 0"
Freshman

Players Mentioned

Brenna Douthit

#10 Brenna Douthit

5' 4"
Junior
F/MF
Kaylin Greger

#22 Kaylin Greger

5' 5"
Sophomore
D
Kate Nordhaus

#24 Kate Nordhaus

5' 8"
Sophomore
D
Kendall Watkins

#26 Kendall Watkins

5' 4"
Sophomore
D
Landry Combs

#0 Landry Combs

5' 2"
Junior
GK
Abbie Wetzel

#2 Abbie Wetzel

5' 4"
Freshman
F
Alayna Lopez

#4 Alayna Lopez

6' 0"
Freshman
F