ATLANTA – After backstopping Kennesaw State to the SELC Division II championship, Owls junior netminder Joe Shaub has earned MCLA Division II PEARL Goalie of the Week honors for the period ending April 24.

Kennesaw State opened the tournament against No. 17 Florida Atlantic and its high-powered offense. The Dunwoody, Ga., product turned away 12 shots, helping the Owls to advance to the finals.

It was there that Shaub again stood tall, making 11 saves in KSU’s 9-8 victory over No. 9 Florida Gulf Coast, helping the Owls raise the hardware.

“Joe is a captain and a leader for our team,” said Kennesaw coach Connor Murphy. “His performance between the pipes this past weekend was key to us clinching the conference title. He has been lights out all year long and has come up clutch in big games.”

For earning the PEARL’s Goalie of the Week, Shaub will receive a prize package from Guardian PEARL, a ball that lasts longer than the rest and never greases. Guardian PEARL is the proud partner of the MCLA.

Pearl Honor Roll

Ben Demchak, Fr. – Georgia Southern
In the Eagles 11-3 loss to Florida Gulf Coast in the SELC semifinals, the rookie was unofficially credited with 37 saves.

Zach Tripp, Jr. – Utah
The Agoura Hills, Calif., product led the Utes to the RMLC title with 24 saves against just 13 goals against in seven quarters of action.