EASTON, Pa. - Sophomore defender Lucas Gardeniers was named the Patriot League Defender of the Week for his efforts against Army. This marks the first career weekly award for The Liberal Arts major.

Gardeniers played all 90 minutes against Army on Oct. 3 and scored in the 45th minute volleying a rebound into the back of the net. The goal, assisted by Roy Biegon, gave the Leopards a 1-0 lead heading into halftime. Gardeniers and the Lafayette defense held Army scoreless the rest of the way to secure the clean sheet, 1-0 victory. The win marked the Leopards' second clean sheet of the season.

Gardeniers has scored in back to back Patriot League contests, including the game-winning goal against Army. The sophomore defender has appeared in 10 matches so far this season with eight starts and six 90 minute performances. He now leads the team with two goals and four points. Gardeniers also paces the Patriot League in goals for defenders.

The Maroon and White return to action at 7 p.m. on Wednesday for their home opener in a clash against Binghamton.

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