Pacific Lutheran University Athletics

Ryan Griffith was named the NWC Freshman of the Year, becoming the second Lute to win the award in the last three seasons. Teammate Jackson Moore captured the award at the conclusion of the 2016 season. Griffith, who was also a Second Team All-NWC selection, lands both awards after playing in all 20 games for the Lutes and anchoring a defensive backline that posted eight shutouts on the season. The Puyallup, Washington native additionally tallied one assist on the year.