Ziegler Selected as Holy Family’s 2022 NCAA Woman of the Year Nominee

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Jacqueline Ziegler '22

Women's soccer's Jacqueline Ziegler ’22 was selected as Holy Family University's nominee for the 2022 NCAA Woman of the Year

Women's soccer's Jacqueline Ziegler ’22 was selected as Holy Family University's nominee for the 2022 NCAA Woman of the Year.

Established in 1991, the award recognizes female student-athletes who have exhausted their eligibility and distinguished themselves in their community, athletics, and academics throughout their college careers.

“Jackie has left an incredible legacy of excellence at Holy Family,” said Robin Arnold, associate director of Athletics. “She was a superstar both athletically and academically, and she demonstrated humility and a kind spirit. We are so pleased to acknowledge all that she has meant to Holy Family by nominating her for the NCAA Woman of the Year. As this year marks the 50th anniversary of Title IX, it is wonderful to honor someone who has epitomized the highest ideals in women's sport and education.” 

Community Service and Leadership 

  • Tiger-Thon | Public Service Coordinator | Responsible for promoting event/collecting donations
  • Pre-Health Club | Nursing Liaison | Coordinated information to nursing students about advanced degree opportunities (Master's Doctorate)
  • Suicide Awareness Campaign | Social Media Representative | Created social media content raising awareness about suicide
  • Coats for Chester | Transporter | Picked up coats and dropped them off at a central location

Athletics Excellence

  • Two-time All-CACC First Team
  • 2021 D2 CCA All-East Region First Team
  • Sixth in program history with .35 assists per match; 10th with 19 assists and 1.09 points per match
  • Ranked top-27 nationally with eight assists and .42 assists per match in 2021, while leading Holy Family with 20 points
  • Eight assists ranked second in the CACC, while her 20 points were fifth

Academic Achievements

  • 2022 Holy Family University Dean's Award for Excellence, awarded to the nursing student with the highest GPA
  • 2021 CoSIDA Academic All-America First Team; the first in HFU history
  • 2021 PhillySIDA Women's Soccer Academic All-Area Performer of the Year
  • Dean's List Honors in all eight of her semesters
  • Three-time CACC All-Academic Team
  • Member of Chi Alpha Sigma (National College Athlete Honor Society)
  • Graduated summa cum laude

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