McBride was a defensive catalyst for the Yellowjackets, winning nearly every ball he went up for in helping UW-Superior win all three of its matches. In addition to his stellar play on defense, McBride had a shot on goal in a 1-0 win over Carleton College (Minn.), and contributed a goal and two shots in a 5-2 victory over St. Norbert College. The Yellowjackets also beat Lawrence University by a 1-0 margin.
Also nominated:
UW-Oshkosh, James Pike, Junior, Goalkeeper, Wauwatosa, Wis. (West)
UW-Platteville, Cole Aschenbrenner, Sophomore, Defender, Janesville, Wis. (Milton)
UW-Whitewater, Ryan Richgels, Senior, Defender, Madison, Wis. (Memorial)