EDISON, NJ - Both Manhattan University women's soccer players in senior goalkeeper
Molly Brunk and freshman forward
Baileigh Johnson, in recognition for their performances over the Jaspers' two wins this past week, have been named the Metro Women's Soccer Defensive Player and Rookie of the Week, respectively, according to a press release from the conference Monday afternoon.
Brunk wins her first weekly award of the season after collecting eight saves across Manhattan's two wins over Saint Peter's and Fairfield. The two victories marked the 28th and 29th wins of her career, extending her previously established program record.
"Molly is our rock, our core, and our epitome of our team first ethos! Happy for her recognition," commented Head Coach
Brendan Lawler.
Johnson, a first-year player from Spring Lake Heights, New Jersey, nets her second weekly award after both a goal and an assist during the historic win over Fairfield this past Saturday. After scoring the opener to send the Gaelic Park crowd into a frenzy, she helped find
Lauren Ahearn on the second Jasper goal, ultimately being the game-winner. The freshman now ties
Scarlett Smith for third on the team with three goals.
"Baileigh keeps getting better each week! Happy for her that her progress is helping the team's success," added Lawler.
Brunk and Johnson along with the rest of the Jaspers will hit the road next week on Saturday, October 31, looking to finish their last week of the regular season strong. They will head to Buffalo to take on the Golden Griffins of Canisius, with opening kick slated for 1:00 p.m..
