It’s time to cast your vote for the Prairie Farms Bradley Athlete of the Month! With the transition to November, it’s an excellent opportunity to reflect on the outstanding performances in October and decide which of the Bradley Braves athletes excelled the most.
The nominees for October encompass talents from various sports: a sophomore from the women’s golf team, a freshman from the volleyball team, a sophomore from the men’s cross country team, and a junior from the men’s soccer team.
Voting is open until Tuesday at 1:00 p.m., and fans can participate through the @BradleyBraves account on X.
Here’s a spotlight on the nominees:
– **Golf:** The sophomore golfer achieved a remarkable milestone by winning her first collegiate tournament at the Bradley Coyote Creek Classic held on October 6-7. She was recognized as the MVC Women’s Golfer of the Week on October 9 and showcased consistent performance with an average of 75.17 strokes per round throughout October.
– **Volleyball:** The freshman volleyball player demonstrated impressive resilience by recording double-digit assists in all nine matches in October and notching five assist-dig double-doubles. She also led the team with 13 service aces, significantly boosting her team’s performance.
– **Cross Country:** The sophomore runner set a new program record in the Men’s 8K discipline with a time of 23:30.2 at the Joe Piane Invite on October 4. He continued to dominate with another program record at the Bradley Pink Classic, proving himself as a formidable competitor in his field.
– **Soccer:** The junior goalkeeper shined by earning two clean sheets, including a hard-fought 0-0 draw against #9 Western Michigan. His solid defensive skills earned him the MVC Defensive Player of the Week award, illustrating his significant impact on his team’s success.
These exceptional athletes have not only made incredible individual achievements but have also contributed significantly to their respective teams. This voting process encourages community involvement and recognition of local talents, fostering a supportive sports culture at Bradley University.
Make sure to lend your vote and support to these remarkable athletes as they inspire others with their hard work and dedication!