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Manning Named BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Week

The sophomore goalie made 12 saves against just six goals allowed in the Pioneers trip to nationally ranked Ohio State on Thursday

NEW YORK – University of Denver men's lacrosse sophomore goalie Grayson Manning has been named the BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Week, the conference office announced on Monday.  
 
Manning posted another double digit save performance on Thursday, making 12 saves against just six goals allowed in the Pioneers visit to eighth-ranked Ohio State last week. The sophomore made nine of his 12 saves in the second half.
 
UP NEXT: Denver welcomes nationally-ranked Syracuse to a sold out Peter Barton Lacrosse Stadium on Monday night (tonight). Opening faceoff on Altitude TV and Midco Sports Plus is set for 6 p.m. MT.
 
TICKETS: Tickets for 2026 BIG EAST games are on sale now, and can be purchased here.
 
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Players Mentioned

Grayson Manning

#48 Grayson Manning

Goalie
5' 11"
Sophomore

Players Mentioned

Grayson Manning

#48 Grayson Manning

5' 11"
Sophomore
Goalie