Five Bison Named to All-PAC Teams

NEW WILMINGTON, PENNSYLVANIA– The Presidents Athletic Conference All-PAC selections have been announced. The Bethany Bison had five members be selected to an All-PAC team. Monica Bird and Ava Lee were selected to the All-PAC Second Team. Jada Benjamin, Avallina Aurilo, and Hope Fair were all selected as All-PAC Honorable Mentions. 

The Bison had one of the best defensive seasons in history, having the lowest average goals allowed in the 21st century. Bethany averaged 1.28 goals allowed over the course of 18 games. They also posted four shutouts leading to three victories. 

Fair was the primary goalie for the Bison, starting 14 games between the posts. After an astounding season, Fair set the standard for average goals allowed with .97 goals per game. She currently stands Bethany's all time leader, besting Crystal Piears' .99 goals per game in the fall of 1994. Fair totaled 1,112 minutes guarding the net, collecting 43 saves during that time. Double zero was able to keep her number on the scoreboard in four games. She posted three solo shutouts and played 45 minutes in a combined shutout. Fair finished the season with an 8-3-2 record. 

Lee was the keystone of the record setting defensive backs. She was one of three Bison to start every game during the 2024 season. Lee played a full 90 of every game as a defender, but she was able to sneak in a pair of assists late in the season.

Bird was the primary scorer for the Bison all season. The captain tallied a total of 19 points during the season. The bulk of Bird's points came from her nine goals. Three of her goals were game-winners. The junior started all 18 games in the 2024 season at forward, including the PAC playoff game, where she scored the only goal the Bison were able to produce in the postseason.

Benjamin showed up in a big way during PAC play. The senior forward scored all 12 of her points during conference foes, notching four goals and four assists. To capstone her final season as a Bison, Benjamin scored three goals in four games to end the regular season.

Aurilio made her mark as the commander of the midfield. Although she was more defensive, with an offensive explosion against Washington and Jefferson. Aurilio put up two assists and a goal against the Presidents. She earned another goal in the first game of the season for a total of six points on the season. 

Fair, Aurilio, and Benjamin earned their first mention on an All-PAC team. Lee previously earned an honorable mention. This is Bird's second All-PAC Second Team nod.