Ally Perry Named to Hermann Trophy Watch List

Jackson, Mississippi, October 14, 2025

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Ally Perry of Mississippi State University has gained significant recognition by being named to the NCAA Division I Women’s Hermann Trophy Midseason Watch List. This prestigious honor, which celebrates the nation’s top collegiate soccer players, is determined by votes from Division I head coaches. The semifinalists will be revealed on December 2, with three finalists announced in January. Perry’s inclusion underscores her exceptional contributions to the sport and highlights her talent among peers from various universities.

Jackson, Mississippi – Mississippi State University’s Ally Perry has made it onto the 2025 NCAA Division I Women’s Hermann Trophy Midseason Watch List, marking a significant recognition for collegiate soccer players across the nation. The Hermann Trophy is the highest individual honor in collegiate soccer, awarded yearly by the Missouri Athletic Club to the National Player of the Year. This accolade is determined by votes from Division I head coaches who are members of United Soccer Coaches.

The naming of semifinalists will take place on December 2, 2025, at which point 15 players, including returning 2024 All-Americans and First Team All-Region players, will be recognized. The process culminates with the announcement of three finalists from this group, with the winner set to be revealed on January 9, 2026. Ally Perry is among a select group of players to be recognized on this prestigious watch list, alongside fellow athletes from various universities across the country.

Along with Perry, the watch list includes notable players such as:

• K Abby Kudla, So., University of Memphis, Strongsville, Ohio
• K Cayden Norris, So., University of Tennessee, Johnson City, Tenn.
• K Victoria Safradin, Jr., University of Virginia, Eastlake, Ohio
• K Christian Tsaousis, Sr., University of South Carolina, Tarpon Springs, Fla.
• D Kennedy Bell, Jr., Michigan State University, Charlotte, N.C.
• D Macy Blackburn, Sr., Texas Tech University, Keller, Texas
• D Ava Bramblett, Jr., Ohio State University, Noblesville, Ind.
• D Caroline Castans, Jr., University of Kansas, Flower Mound, Texas
• D Elise Evans, Sr., Stanford University, Redwood City, Calif.
• D Gracie Falla, Sr., University of South Carolina, Hattiesburg, Miss.
• D Heather Gilchrist, Sr., Florida State University, Boulder, Colo.
• D Jennie Immethun, Sr., UCLA, San Jose, Calif.
• D Leah Klenke, Sr., University of Notre Dame, Houston, Texas
• D Laney Rouse, GR-5, University of Virginia, Cary, N.C.
• M Jasmine Aikey, Sr., Stanford University, Palo Alto, Calif.
• M Summer Denigan, Jr., University of Georgia, Union, Ky.
• M Lia Godfrey, GR-5, University of Virginia, Fleming Island, Fla.
• M Ally Perry, Sr., Mississippi State University, Frisco, Texas
• M Amelia Swinarski, So., University of Louisville, Madison, Ohio
• M Erika Zschuppe, Sr., Florida Gulf Coast University, Kirtland, Ohio
• F Seven Castain, Sr., TCU, Draper, Utah
• F Annabelle Chukwu, So., Notre Dame University, Ottawa, Ont.
• F Katie Shae Collins, So., University of South Carolina, Gallatin, Tenn.
• F Jordynn Dudley, Jr., Florida State University, Milton, Ga.
• F Izzy Engle, So., University of Notre Dame, Edina, Minn.
• F Kate Faasse, Sr., University of North Carolina, Phoenix, Ariz.
• F Tyler Isgrig, Jr., Baylor University, Arlington, Texas
• F Aubrey Kulpa, So., Penn State University, Cromwell, Conn.
• F Hope Leyba, Jr., University of Colorado, Phoenix, Ariz.
• F Maya Matesa, Sr., Duquesne University, Lebanon, Ohio
• F Mia Minestrella, Jr., Duke University, Redondo Beach, Calif.
• F Gianna Paul, Sr., University of Alabama, Huntington Station, N.Y.
• F Kat Rader, Jr., Duke University, Stuart, Fla.
• F Olivia Thomas, Jr., University of North Carolina, Grosse Pointe, Mich.
• F Ellie Walbruch, Jr., BYU, Highland, Utah

The Hermann Trophy was established to honor Robert Hermann, a legendary soccer executive and businessman who was inducted into the U.S. Soccer Hall of Fame in 2012. This annual award commemorates the top collegiate soccer player in the United States, highlighting outstanding athletic achievements and contributions to the sport.

Recognition on the Hermann Trophy Watch List signifies not only potential for individual success but also places student-athletes in the spotlight for their performance throughout the season. As the college soccer landscape continues to evolve, this trophy remains a benchmark of excellence within the sport.

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• Georgia Southern University
• Wikipedia: Hermann Trophy
• Xavier University
• Google Search: Hermann Trophy
• High Point University
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Soccer
• Duquesne University
• Google News: Hermann Trophy 2025
• Mississippi State University

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