Erie County Natives, Grace Emanuel and Brooklyn Respecki, Make History as D2CCA All-Americans
Two freshmen from Gannon University, Grace Emanuel and Brooklyn Respecki, have been recognized as All-Americans in NCAA Division II women's soccer. Emanuel received a spot on the First Team and Respecki made the Second Team on the D2CCA All-America Team. They are the only freshmen nationally to earn this honor. Emanuel, a center midfielder, led the team in goals with 14 and ranked third in the conference for points. Respecki, a forward, finished second on the team in goals and led the conference in assists and points. Both players played a significant role in Gannon's successful season, which ended at the NCAA Division II Elite Eight.
This recognition is a testament to the talent and impact that these freshmen athletes have had in their first collegiate soccer seasons. It also highlights the strength of the Gannon University women's soccer program, which produced two All-Americans.
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