Tag: Ciaran Dalton

It was a big week for Rutgers athletics!

During the fall season, Rutgers athletics has provided plenty of excitement for Scarlet Knights fans.

During the fall season, Rutgers athletics has provided plenty of excitement for Scarlet Knights fans. Rutgers football is off to a 4-2 start, predicted to earn a bowl game bid and Rutgers field hockey has been unbeatable. While both teams have had a lot of early-season success, other sports have given fans plenty to celebrate.

After struggling to win last year, Rutgers volleyball has shown improvement. They have already recorded nine wins and will reach double-digit wins before the season ends. While they have struggled of late, the past few weeks have provided plenty of optimism for the program’s future.

Unlike last year, Men’s soccer has struggled, but plenty of time remains in the season. Ciaran Dalton has been one bright spot in net and has given Rutgers fans something to look forward to on a nightly basis.

Scroll down and check out how Rutgers sports have been doing this fall!

Rutgers men’s soccer: Ciaran Dalton named Big Ten’s Defensive Player of the Week

Rutgers men’s soccer got a weekly Big Ten honor.

On Tuesday, Rutgers soccer had a reason to celebrate as Ciaran Dalton was rewarded for his impressive play. The New York native was named the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week. It marks the first time in Dalton’s career that he has won the award.

The talented sophomore is more than deserving after his performance in Rutgers win over Maryland on Oct. 3. Dalton made a career-high 10 saves as Rutgers secured their first win in program history at Ludwig Field. It was also a special night for the Scarlet Knights goalkeeper as his 10 saves are the highest by any goalkeeper in the Big Ten this fall.

 

Following his performance against Maryland, Dalton made five saves against Northwestern on Oct. 8.  Through nine games this season, the Pearl River High School product has been one of the best goalkeepers in the Big Ten as he ranks second in the conference with 3.78 saves per game. However, his impressive season doesn’t stop there.

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Additionally, Dalton has made at least five saves in his last three games. While the Scarlet Knights have struggled this season, Dalton has been a bright spot in net. He will be back in action on Friday night when Rutgers takes on Wisconsin at home.