Weekly Awards Spotlight
The Colonial Athletic Association announced its weekly men's soccer honors for August 31, 2026, recognizing three standout performers from Charleston, UNCW and William & Mary.
Stian Bendvold of Charleston was named Offensive Player of the Week after delivering a goal and an assist in a 2‑1 conference win over Campbell, a display that highlighted his early impact since joining the program.
Alex Kron, the UNCW goalkeeper, earned Defensive Player of the Week by making a career‑high eight saves and securing a 0‑0 draw with Furman, his first shutout of the season.
Brown Huffard, a freshman forward for William & Mary, took Rookie of the Week after scoring the Tribe's only goal in a 1‑1 tie against Elon, playing 76 minutes in his debut performance.
Player Profiles
Bendvold, a native of Begby, Norway, brings international experience to the Charleston side, blending technical skill with a relentless work ethic.
Kron, raised in Louisville, Kentucky, combines height and reflexes to command the defensive line, a trait that has already translated into crucial saves for UNCW.
Huffard, hailing from McLean, Virginia, arrives as a promising freshman, and his early contribution suggests a bright future for the William & Mary attack.