Detroit Mercy's Vangalen, Hayes & Quinnipiac's Tomsik Earn MAAC Men's Lacrosse Weekly Awards
Offensive Player of the Week
Matthew Vangalen, Detroit Mercy
Jr., Attack, Orangeville, Ontario/Hill Academy (Furman)
Junior Matthew Vangalen totaled a team-high five points as the Titans fell to nationally ranked Notre Dame, 10-7. He recorded two goals and had a game-high three assists, along with a caused turnover as the Titans led 6-4 after three periods of play.
Defensive Player of the Week
Charlie Hayes, Detroit Mercy
Sr., Midfield, Shelby Township, MI/Eisenhower
Charlie Hayes came out strong against No. 6 Notre Dame. The captain recorded one caused turnover, three ground balls, and a goal in transition showcasing his ability as a midfielder.
Rookie of the Week
Jake Tomsik, Quinnipiac
Fr., Attack, Medway, MA/Medway
Jake Tomsik had four goals and an assist in his college debut, although the Bobcats fell in OT to UMass Lowell, 13-12. The freshman scored his fourth goal with 2:34 left in overtime to give Quinnipiac a two point lead.
About the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference:
With 11 institutions strongly bound by the sound principles of quality and integrity in academics and excellence in athletics, the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) is in its 37
th year of competition during the 2017-18 academic year. Current Conference members include: Canisius College, Fairfield University, Iona College, Manhattan College, Marist College, Monmouth University, Niagara University, Quinnipiac University, Rider University, Saint Peter’s University, and Siena College.