JOPLIN, Mo. — Three members of the Missouri Southern soccer team have been named to the College Sports Communicators Academic All-District Team: Clarissa Davis, Kortney Davis, and Preslee Zeigler. The trio earned the honor for their outstanding academic success paired with key contributions on the field. 
 

The 2025-26 Academic All-District® Women's Soccer teams, selected by College Sports Communicators, recognize the nation's top student-athletes for their combined performances on the field and in the classroom. The CSC Academic All-America program separately recognizes women's soccer honorees in four divisions — NCAA Division I, NCAA Division II, NCAA Division III and NAIA.

 
Kortney Davis 
Sophomore | Bixby, Okla. | Sports & Recreation Management & Kinesiology | 3.923 GPA 
Davis continued her rise as a reliable presence in the midfield and back line. She played in 17 games this season, starting 15 and led the defensive corps with 1,377 minutes. She added three shots, two on goal for a .667 SOG percentage, and appeared in one game-winning goal sequence. Her versatility has made her a key part of the Lions' rotation in just her second year.  
 
Clarissa Davis 
Sophomore | Kansas City, Mo. | Exercise Science | 4.0 GPA 
A defensive anchor for the Lions, Davis played in 14 games with 13 starts this season, logging 851 minutes at center back. She recorded two shots, and was part of a back line that consistently held opponents in check. Over her career, she has appeared in 27 games with 25 starts. 
 
Preslee Zeigler 
Sophomore | Kansas City, Mo. | Marketing | 4.0 GPA 
A consistent starter since arriving in 2024, Zeigler started all 18 games this season with 1,351 minutes played among field players. She recorded 15 shots, including seven on goal, and has now competed in all 36 games of her MSSU career. Her durability and defensive consistency have made her a mainstay on the pitch.