Cumberlands' DeVries Collects NAIA Defensive Player of the Week Accolades

(Story provided by NAIA Athletic Communications)

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Lenora DeVries of Cumberlands (Ky.) had a fantastic debut as a Patriot last week, already climbing into the program's record book after just one game to earn Defensive Player of the Week Honors.

DeVries, a freshman from Roseville, Minn., made an impact right away in their first road test of the 2026 season. In a 13-2 victory at No. 8 Lawrence Tech (Mich.), she caused seven turnovers and scooped eight ground balls. DeVries' seven caused turnovers are tied for second most in program history and the most for a Patriots' debut. Her defensive efforts were not only critical in helping Cumberlands secure the win, but also in keeping the Blue Devils to their fewest goals in program history.