Knopert Named MAC Offensive Field Hockey Player of the Week

CLEVELAND, Ohio - Ball State field hockey freshman Fleur Knopert was tabbed the Mid-American Conference Offensive Player of the Week for her standout performance against Ohio University and Michigan State last weekend.

Fleur shared the award with Longwood's Floor Schouten.

"I'm excited for Fleur to receive offensive player of the week," Ball State head field hockey coach Caitlin Walsh said. "She has been a key player in generating a lot of our attack this season. She is a skilled striker who can consistently find the back at the cage. Fleur is a hard worker, and this is a well-deserved honor."

Knopert in exciting fashion came to the rescue for the Cardinals in overtime against the Bobcats. Knopert scored the game-winner to push Ball State past Ohio, 2-1, last Friday afternoon at the Briner Sports Complex. Knopert also added the tying goal against Big Ten foe Michigan State on Sunday to make the score 3-3 prior to intermission before falling to the Spartans, 5-3.

This season, Knopert leads the Cardinals offensively with eight goals for the season which is the best showing for a player since 2010. She also leads the squad this season in assists (5) and shots on goal (17).

The Ball State field hockey team returns to the field Friday when it faces Bellarmine at Trager Stadium in Louisville, Ky., at 1 pm ET. The Cardinals will also remain in Louisville to take on UofL on Sunday at 2 pm ET.

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Knopert Named MAC Offensive Field Hockey Player of the Week

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