Soccer | 9/21/2026 8:29:00 PM

DENTON, Texas (Sept. 21, 2026) - Texas Woman's sophomore midfielder Jaida Arizmendi was named the Lone Star Conference Offensive Player of the Week, earning the honor for the first time in her career. Arizmendi becomes the second Pioneer to receive a weekly conference award this season, joining Faith Graves, who was named Goalkeeper of the Week in Week Three.

"Jaida has been such an important piece of what we do offensively, especially in the middle of the field," TWU head coach Babak Abouzar said. "She has a great ability to impact the game in so many different ways, and what stands out most is how dynamic she is as a player. She continues to grow in confidence and understanding of the game, and her teammates benefit from the work she does in the midfield. She's a really important piece of this group, and we're excited to see how much more she continues to develop."

Arizmendi helped lead the Pioneers to a 2-0 week in conference play, scoring two goals across TWU's two matches. She scored both goals in a 2-0 Senior Day victory over Sul Ross State, finding the back of the net once in each half to become the first Pioneer this season to record a multi-goal match.

The sophomore midfielder finished the week with seven shots, including three shots on goal, and recorded the game-winning goal against the Lobos. Her three goals this season are tied for the team lead.

Arizmendi also contributed to a road victory over West Texas A&M, helping the Pioneers remain unbeaten at 8-0 and extend their best start in program history. TWU recorded their seventh shutout of the season against Sul Ross State and their eighth overall victory.

The No. 16-ranked Pioneers return to action Wednesday, hosting St. Mary's at Pioneer Soccer Park before traveling to Midwestern State on Saturday for another Lone Star Conference matchup.

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