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Posted: Jan 23, 2025

Five Ravens Honored on NEWISA All-New England First Team 

Five Ravens Honored on NEWISA All-New England First Team 
 RINDGE, N.H. (1/23/25)– Five players from the Franklin Pierce University women's soccer team—goalkeeper Emilie Fox (Bridgewater, Mass.), defender Aino Martikainen (Jarvenpaa, Finland), midfielder Jenni Huttunen (Suomi, Finland), and forwards Claudia Peirce (Carver, Mass.) and Olivia Kudrikow (Plymouth, Mass.)—have been named to the 2024 NEWISA All-New England First Team, as announced earlier this month. Additionally, defender Pinja Eklund (Klaukkala, Finland) was named to the 2024 NEWISA All-New England Second Team.
 
The NEWISA All-New England Team, selected by NCAA Division II coaches from across the region, features First and Second Teams showcasing the top talent in New England. 

"The 2024 NEWISA All-New England Team recognizes outstanding student-athletes from colleges and universities in the region," said NEWISA President Tom McGuinness. "These players exemplify skill, dedication, and leadership, contributing significantly to their teams' success. We are proud to honor their achievements and commend them for an exceptional season." 

Fox, who earned All-NE10 Second Team and USC All-East Region Second Team honors, also claimed the title of 2024 NCAA Division II Statistical Champion in shutouts. Starting all 25 games for the Ravens, she recorded an impressive 14 shutouts, posting a .867 save percentage and a 0.61 goals-against average. 

Martikainen, a two-time All-American, contributed seven goals and two assists for 16 points while anchoring a defense that maintained a 0.61 goals-against average. 

Huttunen was named to the All-NE10 First Team, USC All-East Region First Team, and D2CCA All-East Region First Team. She played in 21 games, tallying 10 goals and four assists for 24 points. 

Peirce, a USC Second Team All-American, led the team in scoring with 14 goals and seven assists, amassing 35 points. She also earned USC All-East Region and D2CCA All-East Region honors. 

Kudrikow, an All-NE10 First Team selection, appeared in all 25 games, including 16 starts, contributing six goals and two assists. 

Eklund, a standout defender, provided consistent defensive strength throughout the season. Her efforts were crucial to the Ravens' defensive success, helping the team maintain their remarkable 0.61 goals-against average.

The Ravens had an outstanding season, capturing the NE10 championship and advancing to the NCAA Final Four.