Houda picked up three wins and a save in four appearances during the week. She struck out 19 batters and issued just two walks in 15.1 innings on the mound, while allowing just three runs. Houda scattered five hits in her first three appearances during the week without allowing a run in her first 8.1 innings.
Also nominated:
UW-La Crosse, Lauren Beres, Senior, Righthanded Pitcher, New Berlin, Wis. (Eisenhower)
UW-River Falls, Abbie Morris, Sophomore, Righthanded Pitcher, Woodbury, Minn.
UW-Stevens Point, Kali Riddell, Freshman, Righthanded Pitcher, Bloomington, Ill. (University)
UW-Stout, Laura Vanderhoff, Junior, Righthanded Pitcher, Mankato, Minn. (East)