ATLANTA, Ga. (October 1, 2024) – Tate Reynolds (Huntingdon) was named Collegiate Conference of the South (CCS) Men’s Soccer Offensive Player of the Week, while Diego Sarzalejo (Belhaven) earned Defensive Player of the Week, released by the league office on Tuesday.
 
Brady Hammer (Maryville) was also tabbed Rookie of the Week.
 

OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK – Tate Reynolds, Huntingdon
Forward/Midfielder  |  Junior  |  Alexander City, AL
 
Tate Reynolds was the offensive catalyst for the Hawks in their 4-0 victory over Toccoa Falls, scoring two goals and delivering an all-around dominant performance. Reynolds was clinical in front of goal, converting both of his shots on target and tallying four points for the Hawks.
 
DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK – Diego Sarzalejo, Belhaven
Center Back  |  Sophomore  |  Caracas, Venezuela
 
Sophomore center back Diego Sarzalejo played a crucial role in Belhaven’s 2-1 victory over Maryville in their CCS opener. Sarzalejo not only provided a key assist in the match but also anchored the defense, playing all 90 minutes to help the Blazers secure the win.
 
ROOKIE OF THE WEEK – Brady Hammer, Maryville
Forward  |  Freshman  |  Knoxville, TN
 
Freshman forward Brady Hammer made his mark for Maryville this week, scoring two goals and adding an assist in the Scots' 4-0 win over Greensboro. Across the week, he racked up five points with four shots on goal.
 

OTHER PLAYERS NOMINATED
 

OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK	Adrian Sanchez (Belhaven); Salat Kipterit (Asbury); Hayden Tate (Maryville)
DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK	Christian Alcaraz (Maryville)
ROOKIE OF THE WEEK	Jaden Jenkins (Huntingdon)

 

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