INDIANAPOLIS – William Jewell sophomore goalkeeper Isaac Kessler has been named the Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC)/Athletic Solutions Defensive Player of the Week in men's lacrosse, it was announced by the league office Tuesday, the first such honor for the Jewell men's lacrosse program.

The sophomore goalkeeper posted a save percentage of better than 62% while facing 47 shots. He made 20 saves over two non-conference wins to help the Cardinals to their first 4-0 start in program history. He tied his career high with 11 saves in the win over Tiffin University.