NAC Men's Soccer Weekly Awards (Sept. 21, 2026)

9/21/2026 4:39:50 PM

Player of the Week

Miguel Diaz Alvarez | Husson University | Sophomore | Forward | Madrid, Spain 

Diaz Alvarez asserted himself as one of the best offensive presences in the NAC this past week, as the sophomore tallied three goals and two assists in a 1-1 week for Husson on the pitch. Diaz Alvarez started his week with a 1-goal, 1-assist performance against Bates College on Tuesday, before ending his week with a dominant 2-goal, 1-assist outing in Husson's NAC opener at Lesley University in a 5-0 win.

Defensive Player of the Week

Zane Cooper | VTSU Johnson | First-Year | Goalkeeper | Randolph, Vt. 

Zane Cooper anchored Johnson to a 2–0 victory over Maine-Presque Isle, delivering a standout performance, playing the full 90 minutes in goal to earn the complete shutout. Facing 16 overall shots and four corner kicks, he turned away all seven shots on target, including five critical saves in the opening half alone to preserve an early lead and set the tone for the match. His flawless play in net ensured a clean sheet and secured a vital 1–0 start to NAC conference play for the Badgers.

Rookie of the Week

Santiago Jimerez | Husson University | First-Year | Forward | San Jose, Costa Rica 

Jimenez continued to provide a reliable striker for Husson in a 1-1 week of action, including a dominant 5-0 win in its North Atlantic Conference opener at Lesley University. Jimenez recorded one goal and one assist on the week, as he recorded an assist in Husson's road loss to Bates College, while posting a goal for the Eagles in Saturday's win at Lesley.

Honor Roll
James Baur, Maine Maritime Academy
David Ivarsson, Thomas College
Josiah Phillips, VTSU Johnson
Garrison Fisher, Maine Maritime Academy