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New Mexico United's Alex Tambakis Wins Defensive Player of the Year

October 26, 2022 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
New Mexico United News Release

New Mexico United is excited to announce the winner of the second 2022 End-of-Year Player Award. United goalkeeper Alex Tambakis is the winner of the Defensive Player of the Year Award, joining Justin Portillo as 2022 End-of-Year Player Award winners. This season, Tambakis's achievements included:

A club-high 70 saves

A club-record 7 shutouts

A club-record 1.23 goals against average

A club-record 14 career shutouts in his time with United

30 appearances/30 starts

Awards were voted on by fans, media, and club staff. The remaining award-winners will be announced throughout the week.

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