Weekly Awards Highlight Hawks' Rising Stars
Junior forward Ashley Lavrich was crowned the CAA Offensive Player of the Week after delivering a standout performance that included two goals and an assist in a 3‑0 shutout over Army, as well as a decisive penalty kick in a 2‑2 draw with FDU. Her four goals and nine points in five games place her second in the conference for both categories, marking the first time a Monmouth player has captured the offensive honor since Summer Reimet in 2025.
Freshman midfielder Saar van der Boom earned Rookie of the Week after scoring her first career goal in a 2‑0 win against Army and contributing to a defensive unit that posted two shutouts. She has logged an average of 75 minutes per game across all five starts, underscoring her growing influence on the team.
The Hawks, now 2‑1‑2, have gone unbeaten in their last three outings and will look to extend that momentum when they host St. John's on Thursday at Hesse Field, with kickoff scheduled for 2 p.m. The upcoming match promises to test the squad's depth as they aim for another win.
Both players exemplify the blend of experience and youthful vigor that has defined Monmouth's early season narrative, and their recognitions reflect the program's upward trajectory within the CAA.