Canisius senior forward Madeline Weltin and senior Defender Erin Weir were recognized by the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference as the league announced its Jersey Mike's Women's Soccer Weekly Awards on Monday.
Weltin was named the league's Offensive Player of the Week thanks to her three goal week. The Lombard, Ill. scored once in a 5-0 victory over Le Moyne and followed up with a two goal performance against Saint Peter's, scoring the game-tying and game-winning goal.
Weir was named the league's Defensive Player of the week, tallying five assists in two games. The Tonawanda, N.Y. native recorded three assists in Wednesday's victory against Le Moyne, and added two more on Saturday against Saint Peter's.Â
Canisius (6-1-1) continues MAAC play Saturday against Rider. Opening kickoff for the contest between the Griffs and Broncs is set for 1 p.m. at the Demske Sports Complex.