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Running back Jawhar Jordan, center Bryan Hudson, and defensive lineman Ashton Gillotte were all named to the first team. Jordan has had an impressive season, rushing for 1,076 yards and 13 touchdowns, with five 100-yard rushing games. Hudson, the 2023 Jacobs Blocking Trophy winner, played over 780 snaps and did not allow a single sack all season. Gillotte leads the ACC in sacks with 11.0 and ranks fifth with 14.5 tackles for loss.

The winter championships will kick off on November 28 with qualifiers running until November 30. The finals will then commence on November 29 and continue until December 6. This event also holds significant importance as it will serve as a qualifier for the upcoming 2024 World Aquatics Championships. Additionally, Knoxville has been selected to host the 2024 US Olympic diving team trials from June 16-23.

DeBeer put together an impressive performance against No. 12 Georgia Tech, recording 18 kills, 15 digs, three aces, and a block. She was also instrumental in passing 41 serves, more than any other player on both teams. The Louisville native’s contributions helped her team secure a 3-1 victory over the Yellow Jackets, avenging a previous loss earlier in the season. DeBeer’s outstanding performance throughout the awards season bookended her achievement as the first Offensive Player of the Week and the last.

Hudson, a redshirt senior from Georgetown, Kentucky, stands at an imposing 6-foot-5 and weighs in at 305 pounds. He has played in 58 games over his collegiate career, having previously played at Virginia Tech before transferring to Louisville. Hudson has been an integral part of the Louisville Cardinals’ offensive line, helping pave the way for the team’s success.

Louisville faced off against Georgia Tech earlier in the month and came up short, losing in four sets. The Cardinals are eager for another shot at the Yellow Jackets and hope to secure a victory this time around. The match will be a test for both teams as they prepare for the upcoming NCAA Division I Women’s Volleyball Championship.

English’s defense has played a crucial role in Louisville’s success this season, ranking among the best in the country. The team currently boasts a top 25 defense, allowing an average of just 317.0 yards per game. They have held six opponents to under 300 yards of total offense and have limited opponents to just 5.2 yards per play. The Cardinals’ scoring defense has been particularly impressive, allowing only 18.4 points per game. They have held six opponents to 20 or fewer points and have recorded two shutouts. Notably, they shut out Duke 23-0 when the Blue Devils were ranked No. 20, and limited Virginia Tech to just three points in a 34-3 victory.

All six divers who competed in the platform event managed to qualify for the finals, with four of them achieving NCAA Zone Cuts. Praasterink, with a score of 310.75, topped the leaderboard to claim the first-place finish. Teammate Samm Helmboldt showcased her talent and secured a zone cut score of 261.35, securing a second-place finish. Grace Leonard finished in fifth position with a score of 224.40, and Lindsay Gizzi rounded out the final with a respectable seventh-place finish. Gizzi’s fine performance in the preliminaries earned her an NCAA zone cut score of 240.50.

The senior quarterback’s most memorable play came in the final minutes of the game when he connected with wide receiver Kevin Coleman for a 58-yard scoring pass, ultimately securing the win for the Cardinals. This triumphant play also secured Louisville’s spot in their first-ever Atlantic Coast Conference title game against Florida State, which will take place on December 2nd at Bank of America in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Hailing from Buggenhout, Belgium, Vanroose showcased her talent throughout the fall cross country season, competing in three meets for the Cardinals. Notably, she achieved a personal-best 6K time of 21:06.2 at the Arturo Barrios Invitational.

Plummer’s statistics for the game were impressive, completing 24-of-37 passes for 309 yards and three touchdowns. This marked his third game of the season with three touchdowns and over 300 yards passing. The senior quarterback demonstrated his prowess by connecting with wide receiver Kevin Coleman for a 58-yard scoring pass in the final moments of the game, ultimately sealing the victory for the Cards.