Super Falcons midfielder Deborah Abiodun is making a strong impact in collegiate soccer, emerging as a key player for the University of Pittsburgh's women’s soccer team during the 2024 NCAA Division I season, writes Nigeriasoccernet.com.
Now in her second year, the 21-year-old midfielder earned a spot on the Second Team All-ACC, solidifying her place among the Atlantic Coast Conference's top players for a second consecutive season. This achievement follows Pitt’s regular season finish with a 9-6-3 record overall and a 3-5-2 mark in conference games.
Abiodun’s season began with challenges, as she was sidelined for six games due to an injury before the start of the ACC season. However, her comeback was marked by significant contributions, including a goal in Pitt’s win over Clemson on October 3, 2024.
Her standout performance continued with a brace against Syracuse, helping secure a 3-0 victory and earning her a PNC Achiever of the Week honor. She led the Panthers in conference play with four goals, including the lone goal against Florida State, making her the top scorer for Pitt in ACC competition.
Before her time in the NCAA, Abiodun played for Rivers Angels Football Club in Nigeria’s Women’s Football League. Her success there earned her a full scholarship at the University of Pittsburgh, where she has become a central figure in the team’s lineup.
Her recognition in 2024 builds on her accolades from the previous year when she was named to the Third Team All-ACC and selected for the ACC All-Freshman Team.
Second Team All-ACC Players (Position and Team)
- Teagan Wy, Junior, Goalkeeper – California
- Hannah Bebar, Graduate, Midfielder – Duke
- Ella Hase, Fifth Year, Forward – Duke
- Mia Oliaro, Sophomore, Forward – Duke
- Deborah Abiodun, Sophomore, Midfielder – Pittsburgh
- Sarah Schupansky, Senior, Forward – Pittsburgh
- Jasmine Aikey, Junior, Defender – Stanford
- Mia Bhuta, Sophomore, Midfielder – Stanford
- Zara Chavoshi, Senior, Defender – Wake Forest
- Emily Colton, Senior, Midfielder – Wake Forest
- Emily Murphy, Senior, Forward – Wake Forest