Utah State soccer graduate midfielder Rine Yonaha has been recognized as the America First Credit Union USU Student-Athlete of the Week after her outstanding performances in the Mountain West Tournament. Yonaha played a pivotal role in securing a 1-0 semifinal victory against Air Force and a 2-2 draw that led to a penalty shootout win over Boise State in the championship. She recorded a goal and an assist while showcasing her skill with six shots during the week, contributing significantly to Utah State earning an automatic NCAA Tournament bid.

By the Numbers
  • Rine Yonaha played 191 of a possible 200 minutes over the tournament.
  • She contributed one goal and one assist, while taking six shots and placing two on target.
State of Play
  • Utah State soccer has earned an automatic NCAA Tournament bid for the fifth time in program history.
  • The selection show for the NCAA Tournament will be held at 2 p.m. today, allowing fans to learn about their upcoming matchups.
What's Next

Following the selection show, Utah State will prepare for its first round matchup in the NCAA Tournament, aiming to capitalize on their recent success and advance further in the competition.

Bottom Line

Rine Yonaha’s leadership and performance not only underline her individual talent but highlight the strength of the Utah State soccer team as they look toward the NCAA Tournament. Her recognition as Student-Athlete of the Week underscores the importance of contributions from athletes in achieving team success.