Paul VI reportedly has four candidates, led by Camryn Koerner, Hunter Kintzing, Kylie Berk and goalkeeper Chloe Krupa.
Krupa’s case rests on high-pressure saves. The report credits her with 19 saves in a 7-0 win over Camden Catholic, followed by 11 saves against Pingry and 18 against Seneca.
Shawnee’s leading candidates offer a different route to the award. The report describes Molly Doyle as a key ball-winner who also scored the winner against Haddonfield. Her three goals may not match the leading attacking totals, but her work in midfield connects defensive recovery with forward movement.
Caitlin Olkowski reportedly settled the 1-0 victory over Cherry Hill East with a late goal. At the back, Alex Duckrey has taken on added responsibility during Madison Zaun’s injury absence, including crucial clearances near the goal line.
Cherry Hill East’s Joelle Mateo is reported to have produced 10 goals and eight assists since transferring from Cherry Hill West. Goalkeeper Jolie Giles has contributed five clean sheets and 119 saves, underpinning a strong start for the team.
Elsewhere, Cherokee’s Nellie Boland combines defensive leadership with four goals and six assists. Seneca’s Johanna Strobl has reportedly scored 10 goals while contributing across multiple positions, while Eastern’s Leah Schuenemann leads a defense that has kept eight clean sheets in its last nine matches.
The next fixtures and postseason results will sharpen the debate: whether voters prioritize headline scoring, decisive saves or the defensive consistency that turns close games into wins.