Brian Gaughan, Franciscan University, Men's Soccer - Defensive
Gaughan posted two shutouts and allowed just one goal in 254:21 minutes this past week. Gaughan made 15 saves, picking up the shutout win in the AMCC opener over Alfred State on Saturday. The only goal that was allowed all week was a PK late in the first half against Washington & Jefferson.
DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK: Francsican GK Brian Gaughan posted two shutouts and allowed just one goal in 254:21 minutes this past week. Gaughan made 15 saves, picking up the shutout win in the AMCC opener over Alfred State on Saturday. The only goal that was allowed all week was a PK late in the first half against Washington & Jefferson.
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