NOVEMBER 21, 2024 | written by STEVE ULRICH

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♀️ Kassaie, Miles, Turvey Named Finalists for WOTY
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1. Three DIII Students Named NCAA Woman of the Year Finalists

“The Woman of the Year Selection Committee has named nine student-athletes as finalists for the 2024 NCAA Woman of the Year award.

The nine finalists consist of three student-athletes from each NCAA division. Each finalist was selected for her outstanding achievements in academics, athletics, community service and leadership.

Division III finalists are Hannah Kassaie, Case Western Reserve; Maddy Miles, Mount Union; and Alexandra Turvey, Pomona-Pitzer.”

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