Offensive Player
Philip Isaksson, Manhattan University
Fr, Stockholm, Sweden, Bromma Gymnasium
 
Isaksson recorded a historical performance against the Saint Peter's Peacocks on Wednesday, October 14, that not only featured a record-breaking day for the Jaspers program, but for the Metro Conference as well. Isaksson posted a career high 13 saves, which became the first Jasper since Danny DiMarco in 2021, who logged 11 saves, and was the last Manhattan student-athlete to post double-digit saves in a single fixture. In the Metro Conference, Isaksson became the first Metro Conference men's soccer player since Niagara's Jamie Barry to post AT LEAST 13 saves in a single match, which occurred on October 12, 2024 against the Iona Gaels. In the 1-0-1 week for Isaksson and the Jaspers, the Swedish product surrendered one goal against the Broncs on Saturday night, while combining for 18 saves, while facing 44 shots.
 
Defensive Player of the Week
Danny Istambouli, Sacred Heart University
Sr, Danbury, CT, South Kent
 
Danny Istambouli played all 90 minutes in both games for the Pioneers, scoring a goal in the 1-1 draw against Quinnipiac. Against Niagara, he recorded a goal and an assist.
 
Rookie of the Week
Toby Smith, Saint Peter’s University
Fr, Derby, England, West Park School
 
Toby Smith delivered a standout performance against Canisius on October 17, scoring two goals on three shots and recording four points to help lead his team to a 2-1 victory. Smith also tallied three shots on goal and the game-winning goal, making a decisive impact in the win. After a scoreless performance against Manhattan on October 14, Smith bounced back in a big way to help secure the victory.
 
The 2026 Metro Men's Soccer Championship is a six-team, single-elimination tournament scheduled for November 7–14. Each match will be hosted by the higher seed, with teams reseeded following each round of the championship. The tournament begins with the first round on Saturday, November 7, followed by the semifinals on Wednesday November 11. The championship concludes with the title match on Saturday, November 14. For more information regarding the 2026 Metro Men’s Soccer Championship, please visit here.