Aiken, SC, October 17, 2025
News Summary
Felipe Mattos of USC Aiken men’s soccer has been named the Peach Belt Conference Goalkeeper of the Week, recording two shutouts this season. Ian Williams, from the golf team, earned Golfer of the Week honors after leading his team at the Currahee Collegiate Invitational. Both athletes have showcased exceptional skills, highlighting the competitive spirit of USC Aiken athletics as they prepare for upcoming matches and competitions.
Aiken, SC – USC Aiken’s Felipe Mattos has been honored as the Peach Belt Conference (PBC) Goalkeeper of the Week for his outstanding performances in men’s soccer. In addition to Mattos’s recognition, Ian Williams of the USC Aiken golf team has also been named the PBC Golfer of the Week following his impressive debut performance for the team.
Felipe Mattos, a sophomore from Sao Paulo, Brazil, played a pivotal role in helping the USC Aiken men’s soccer team secure a record of 1-0-1 in their recent matches. He registered six saves during a 1-1 tie against Flagler College. Furthermore, in the team’s 4-0 victory over Middle Georgia State, Mattos showcased his skills by playing all 90 minutes and achieving a shutout, marking his second shutout of the season.
This season, Mattos has started in 10 games, accumulating a goals-against average of 1.90 and stopping a total of 35 shots. The USC Aiken men’s soccer team currently holds a record of 3-3-2 in PBC play with their next match scheduled for October 19, 2025, against Clayton State. Mattos has previously earned the Goalkeeper of the Week honor twice in the last season, where he also received second-team All-PBC honors.
On the golf side, Ian Williams, a junior from Cary, North Carolina, made an immediate impact after transferring from William Peace University. He contributed significantly to the USC Aiken golf team’s success, leading them to a second-place finish at the Currahee Collegiate Invitational. Williams finished fourth at the event as the top PBC student-athlete, achieving an overall score of 8-under par 208 over three rounds with scores of 71, 68, and 69. He finished just four shots behind the co-medalists. Williams and the USC Aiken golf team are set to compete in the Furman Intercollegiate this weekend in Greenville.
The recognition of Mattos and Williams highlights the ongoing competitive spirit within the USC Aiken athletics program. Their exceptional performances have not only contributed to their respective teams but also added to the success and reputation of USC Aiken in the Peach Belt Conference.
Summary of Achievements
- Felipe Mattos – PBC Goalkeeper of the Week, two shutouts this season, goals-against average of 1.90.
- Ian Williams – PBC Golfer of the Week, fourth place at the Currahee Collegiate Invitational, overall score of 8-under par 208.
- USC Aiken Men’s Soccer Team – Record of 3-3-2 in PBC play.
- Next Match for USC Aiken Soccer – October 19, 2025, against Clayton State.
- Next Competition for USC Aiken Golf – Furman Intercollegiate this weekend in Greenville.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was named the Peach Belt Conference Goalkeeper of the Week?
Felipe Mattos was named the Peach Belt Conference (PBC) Goalkeeper of the Week.
What achievements did Felipe Mattos achieve in recent matches?
Mattos helped guide the USC Aiken men’s soccer team to a 1-0-1 record for the week and recorded six saves in a 1-1 tie against Flagler College. In a 4-0 victory over Middle Georgia State, Mattos played all 90 minutes and secured a shutout.
What are some statistics related to Felipe Mattos’ performance this season?
This season, Mattos has started 10 games with a goals-against average of 1.90, stopping a total of 35 shots.
What honors did Ian Williams receive?
Ian Williams was selected as the Peach Belt Conference Golfer of the Week.
What was Ian Williams’ score at the Currahee Collegiate Invitational?
Williams shot an overall score of 8-under par 208 over three rounds.
What is the next game for the USC Aiken men’s soccer team?
The next game for the USC Aiken men’s soccer team will be on October 19, 2025, against Clayton State.
Key Features of the Article
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Felipe Mattos | Goalkeeper of the Week, 10 games started, 1.90 GAA, 35 saves |
| Ian Williams | Golfer of the Week, 8-under par 208, top PBC student-athlete |
| Next Men’s Soccer Game | October 19, 2025, vs. Clayton State |
| Next Golf Competition | Furman Intercollegiate this weekend in Greenville |
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Additional Resources
- Post and Courier: USC Aiken Athletes Earn Peach Belt Conference Honors
- Wilson Times: Barton Roundup
- St. Augustine: College Soccer Watch
- Jacksonville: College Soccer Watch
- Augusta Chronicle: Sports Article
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Soccer
- Google Search: USC Aiken Athletics
- Google Scholar: Peach Belt Conference
- Google News: USC Aiken Soccer
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