Scott Bieda Named NCAA Offensive Player of the Week
Feb 17 | Men's Lacrosse
PISCATAWAY, N.J. - After an outstanding season debut for Rutgers senior captain, the accolades continue to roll in for Scott Bieda. Following a five goal, four assist output in the 19-11 win over St. John's, Bieda was named NCAA Offensive Player of the Week by NCAA.com.
Bieda set a career-high in points (nine), and tied a career-high in goals (five) in the game, as he totaled five goals, four assists and three ground balls. Bieda's nine points was sixth on Rutgers' all-time single game points list. His nine points were the most points scored in a game by a Rutgers player since at least 2006.
Among NCAA stats leaders, Bieda is first in points per game, second in assists per game, fourth in goals per game, and third in shot percentage.
The Bridgewater, N.J. native was also named Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week for his efforts. Yesterday he was named as one of the final 20 candidates for the Senior CLASS Award, which recognizes efforts in the community, classroom, character and competition.
Rutgers will be on the road for their next game, a 2:30 p.m. start Saturday at Army West Point. The game will be live-streamed for free on PatriotLeague.tv.
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