A Salisbury University women’s lacrosse player has earned national recognition for her outstanding defensive performance over the weekend.
Abby Fleishell was named the Intercollegiate Women’s Lacrosse Coaches Association Division III Defensive Player of the Week, the organization announced Tuesday afternoon.
The recognition follows Fleishell’s stellar play in helping the nation’s top-ranked Sea Gulls secure a 6-4 road win against 12th-ranked The College of New Jersey on Saturday.
Fleishell’s defensive efforts were instrumental in the victory, which maintains Salisbury’s position at the top of the national rankings.
The weekly honor highlights the continued excellence of the Salisbury women’s lacrosse program, which has established itself as a powerhouse in Division III competition.
