Sophomore goalkeeper Brayden Pierson has been named the Crossroads League Defensive Player of the Week, announced on Monday, September 8. Pierson's performance has contributed to the Cougars' undefeated record of 3-0-2 this season.
Pierson played a key role in two recent matches for Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU). On Wednesday, September 3, he made five saves leading to a 4-0 victory against Rochester Christian University in Michigan. Later, on Saturday, September 6, he again made five saves to secure a 0-0 draw against WVU Tech. This season, Pierson has been instrumental in achieving four shutouts for MVNU with a total of 28 saves and a save percentage of .933.
Mount Vernon Nazarene University is a private institution located in Mount Vernon, Ohio. It offers both in-seat and online education to nearly 2,100 students from various states and countries. The university focuses on academic excellence and spiritual growth within its community.
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