Sierra Fowler Named Chick-fil-A Nighthawk of the Week
DAHLONEGA — University of North Georgia women's soccer player Sierra Fowler has been named the Chick-fil-A Nighthawk of the Week after a clutch performance in the Nighthawks' Peach Belt Conference semifinal win over Lander.
Facing elimination, Fowler stepped to the penalty spot needing a make in the penalty shootout after North Georgia fell behind 3-2 after three rounds of penalties. The first team All-Conference selection tied it at 3-3 after her make, but needed at least one save to stay in the tournament.
As Lander looked to move back into the lead with one more round to go, a diving Fowler made the save, keeping the 3-3 tie with North Georgia now able to take the lead. A make by UNG set up one final penalty kick for Lander, needing a make to keep the game going. Once again, Fowler came up with the save, sending North Georgia to the PBC title game.
The Nighthawk of the Week title sponsor is Chick-fil-A of Dawsonville, with each week's winner being treated to a complimentary combo meal at the Dawsonville restaurant. Located at 231 Power Center Dr, Chick-fil-A loves to give back to the local area and is proud to be a community partner with UNG Athletics.
Beginning in the fall of 2014, the UNG athletic department began honoring one student-athlete each Monday morning as the Nighthawk of the Week. The award is chosen each Sunday evening by an award selection committee made up of members of the UNG athletics administrative staff.
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