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Gal Elyashiv Named SAC Astroturf Men's Soccer Defensive Player of the Week

Gal Elyashiv Named SAC Astroturf Men's Soccer Defensive Player of the Week

ANDERSON, S.C. – Anderson University men's soccer goalkeeper Gal Elyashiv has been named the South Atlantic Conference Astroturf Men's Soccer Defensive Player of the Week.

Elyashiv, a senior from Rishon LeZion, Israel, led the Trojans to their third consecutive shutout victory on Thursday (Mar. 18) in a 1-0 win over Queens. Gal made seven saves in the match, as he is now fourth in the SAC this season with 18. He is also second in save percentage at .857.

"It's great to see Gal Elyashiv get recognition for the hard work he has put in," said coach Michael Zion. "We are playing well defensively as a team and Gal is a big contributor to that."

The Trojans will be back in action on Thursday (Mar. 25) as they play host to the Limestone Saints for senior day. Game time is set for 7:30 p.m., with live coverage available at www.autrojans.com.