University of San Francisco Athletics

A successful soccer squad requires a field general in goal; one who can direct her teammates, anticipate the next shot, and most importantly, make the crucial save. The USF Dons' women's soccer team has had that luxury for most of the past three years in the form of senior keeper Madalyn Schiffel.

Her playing career for the Green and Gold has been felt on the pitch, as she became the USF career leader in shutouts in goal with the Dons' 2-0 win at Oakland this past Sunday. Schiffel surpassed Amy Voiland (1994-98) with her 22nd-career shutout.

Her teammates have felt her presence as a leader. Her coaches at USF have viewed her as an example of hard work and dedication. Her family has looked to her accomplishments with pride - as a player for USF and a loving daughter, which is evident in her relationship with her biggest fan, Grammie.
 
Madalyn Schiffel, the Field General is the latest released segment of Season 2, Episode 1 of USF Athletics' feature series, Behind the Mask – the show that goes beyond the game. The episode debuted on Comcast SportsNet California Wedensday, Sep. 16, at 9:30 p.m.
 
Upcoming re-airings of "Behind the Mask" are slated for Monday, Sept. 21 at 10:30 p.m. , and Saturday, Sept. 26 at 10:30 p.m. Check local listings for your cable provider's station guide and additional air times.
 
In the San Francisco Bay Area, Comcast SportsNet California can typically be found on channel 698 for DirecTV customers, 438 on the Dish Network, 412-01 on Dish Hopper packages, 767 on U-Verse and 41 on most Comcast packages. Check local listings for your cable provider's station guide.