TAMPA, Fla., February 16, 2026 — South Florida attacker Sofia Chepenik has earned American Conference Honorable Mention recognition after her performance against Michigan.
 
Chepenik led the Bulls' offense in Sunday's matchup, finishing with six goals and six points while placing nine shots on goal. She added one draw control and converted both of her free-position attempts, going 2-for-2 on FPS opportunities.
 
Despite the 16–10 final, Chepenik consistently generated offensive pressure and accounted for more than half of South Florida's scoring. Her six-goal outing tied her own program record for the most goals scored in a single game, marking the third time in her career she has reached the milestone.
 
UP NEXT
South Florida hits the road for the first time this season on Wednesday, traveling to DeLand to face Stetson. Opening draw is set for 3:30 p.m.
 
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About USF Women's Lacrosse
Entering its second season, the University of South Florida women's lacrosse program builds on a historic inaugural year that quickly established the Bulls as a contender in the American Conference. South Florida opened its first-ever season on Feb. 7, 2025, with a 19–6 win over Kennesaw State, setting the State of Florida regular-season attendance record as 2,386 fans filled Corbett Stadium. The Bulls went on to finish the 2025 season with a 13–5 record and earned a place in the American Conference Championship in their inaugural season, ultimately finishing as the league's runner-up. South Florida also drew more than 10,000 total fans to Corbett Stadium during the season. USF named Mindy McCord, an eight-time conference coach of the year, as the program's first head coach in May 2022. McCord arrived in Tampa with 240 career wins and a proven record of building successful programs after launching and leading Jacksonville University's women's lacrosse team for its first 13 seasons. During her tenure at JU, she guided the Dolphins to 21 regular-season and conference tournament titles, eight NCAA Tournament appearances, and back-to-back Sweet Sixteen berths while developing 13 All-Americans, 81 all-conference selections, and 13 conference Player of the Year honorees. South Florida plays a fast-paced, high-scoring style influenced by the early 1990s Loyola Marymount men's basketball fast break. That approach ranked among the national leaders in shots, points per game, and scoring margin during McCord's tenure at Jacksonville and continues to shape the Bulls' offensive identity heading into year two.
 
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