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Alabama Soccer's McKinley Crone Named SEC Defensive Player Of The Week
Alabama soccer goalkeeper McKinley Crone was named Southeastern Conference Defensive Player of the Week on Monday.
TUSCALOOSA, AL — Alabama soccer goalkeeper McKinley Crone has been named Southeastern Conference Defensive Player of the Week.
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She was honored for her performance in a 2-1 victory over No. 7 Arkansas on Sunday — a win that helped the Tide move up to No. 1 in several polls.
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As part of the big home victory, Crone recorded her 14th win of the season and the 32nd of her career at The Capstone.
Crone has recorded a total of six shutouts this season, including against No. 18 Clemson and No. 5 South Carolina.
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The Tide remains unbeaten in SEC play, defeating five ranked teams this season.
Alabama soccer (14-1-1) will look for its 11th straight win when it travels to Starkville on Thursday to take on Mississippi State at 6:30 p.m.
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