Penn State women's soccer checked in at No. 14 in this week's United Soccer Coaches Poll.
"His leadership by example is so motivating for the entire group, even for the coaches. I love having him on our team."
No. 17 Penn State dominated over American University with a 3-1 win Monday night.
Over the weekend, Parker also crossed the coveted 1,000-kill mark -- an impressive feat just about three-quarters the way through her college career.
Penn State women's soccer snaps its four-game unbeaten streak to begin the season, dropping a close contest to UCF that featured a nearly two-and-a-half hour rain delay.
Following three straight sweeps this weekend, No. 17 Penn State is 5-1 to begin the season.