ARLINGTON, Va. -- The Atlantic East Conference announced its latest set of weekly awards for the fall season on Monday afternoon, with four Saints earning recognition for their outstanding performances throughout the week.
 
Christopher Nascimento of men's soccer and Eleanor Keough of women's soccer were named Player of the Week, while Jaylee Cortez earned women's soccer Defensive Player of the Week. Brett Neuhart of men's tennis rounded out the honors, securing Player of the Week recognition.

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Christopher Nascimento - Sophomore - Men's Soccer Player of the Week

Christopher Nascimento netted the game winning goals in both of Marymount's Atlantic East Conference wins last week. Scoring three goals across the week of action, the sophomore forward provided consistent offensive pressure, putting seven shots on goal out of eight shots total. 

Eleanor Keough - First-Year - Women's Soccer Player of the Week

Eleanor Keough continued to dominate for the Saints, securing a 10-point week with four goals and two assists in Marymount's two-win week against Atlantic East Opponents. In Wednesday's match up against Immaculata, the first-year netted a hat trick in front of the home crowd.

Jaylee Cortez - Senior - Women's Soccer Defensive Player of the Week

Senior Jaylee Cortez played an essential role in Marymount's pair of shutout wins last week in Atlantic East action.  Leading the charge in the backline, the Saints stifled both Immaculata and Pratt to remain perfect in the AEC. 

Brett Neuhart - Sophomore - Men's Tennis Player of the Week

Brett Neuhart played a crucial role in Marymount's slim 4-3 win over St. Mary's (Md.) on Saturday. After winning his doubles match up, Neuhart went on to secure the win in the #6 singles match, proving to be the deciding point on the day.

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