Gottschlich scored three goals, lifting UW-Platteville to a 2-0 record during the weekend. He scored both goals in the Pioneers' 2-1 double overtime win over Carthage College in Dubuque, Iowa, on Sept. 11, with the game-winner coming at 108:43. Gottschlich also tallied the Pioneers' first goal in UW-Platteville's 2-1 win over St. Norbert College on Sept. 12.
Also nominated:
UW-Oshkosh, Tim Stadler, Junior, Midfielder, Wauwatosa, Wis. (West)
UW-Superior, Thomas Shuldheisz, Junior, Midfielder, Andover, Minn.
UW-Whitewater, Dan Montanye, Senior, Midfielder, Mukwonago, Wis.