DENVER – University of Denver sophomore goalie Grayson Manning has been named the BIG EAST Defensive Player of the Week, the conference office announced on Monday.
 
Manning made 16 saves against just eight goals allowed in the Pioneers 8-7 overtime loss at Providence on Saturday. The 2026 Tewaaraton Award nominee has finished 60% or better in cage seven times in 12 games this season. Manning leads the country in save percentage at 61.5%, who ranking eighth in goals against average and eighth in saves per game.  
 
The Victoria, B.C., native has allowed Denver opponents into double digits in goals just three times in 2026.
 
UP NEXT: Denver will wrap-up its regular season on Friday night when the Pioneers welcome Marquette to Peter Barton Lacrosse Stadium. Opening faceoff is set for 6 p.m. MT, and the game will be broadcast on ESPN+ and 104.3 The Fan HD3.  
  
TICKETS: Tickets for the 2026 season are on sale now, and can be purchased here.
 
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