BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - The seventh set of 2026 Gulf South Conference Women's Soccer Weekly Awards presented by Athletic Solutions have been announced, based on performances from Oct. 5-11. Alannah Zander earned goalkeeper and freshman of the week honors for Valdosta State.

Zander earned a shutout in her collegiate debut during a scoreless draw against No. 15 Lee on Oct. 7. She recorded 13 saves, the most-ever by a Blazers freshman goalkeeper and fourth-most in program history. She faced 23 total shots in her first career start.

VSU will face off against AUM on Wednesday, Oct. 14 at 6 P.M.

Stay up to date on all Blazer Athletics news by downloading the Blazer mobile app for exclusive content, gameday notifications, schedules, rosters and more. Fans can also follow @VState_Blazers on Instagram and X and like the Valdosta State Blazers Facebook page.