Westervelt Named Offensive Player of the Week
June 11, 2012 - Major League Lacrosse (MLL)
Chesapeake Bayhawks News Release
ANNAPOLIS, MD - Attackman Drew Westervelt led the Bayhawks to an astounding 15-7 victory over the Charlotte Hounds in front of a crowd of 8,192 fans at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. The veteran earned Bud Light MVP and MLL Offensive Player of the Week for his stellar performance.
"Drew shot the ball extremely well and scored in a number of different ways for us," general manager Brian Reese stated. "He has been working hard on his shooting and it was great to see the hard work pay off on Saturday."
On Saturday the Bayhawks took over sole possession of first place in the MLL and improved their record to 5-1. In the contest, Westervelt tallied a season-high five points with four goals and one assist. The former UMBC stand out holds third place on the roster in points with 17, is tied for second in goals scored with 10, and leads the team in assists with 7.
The Bayhawks return home on Saturday, June 16th to battle the Hamilton Nationals. Howard W. Phillips will be giving away beach towels and for Father's Day the Bayhawks are offering the Father's Day Family Pack - 4 tickets and a pizza for just $60. Tickets can be purchased online at www.thebayhawks.com or over the phone by calling the box office 866-99-HAWKS (42957). Reserve your seat today and see the Bayhawks battle at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium this summer.
• Discuss this story on the Major League Lacrosse message board...
Major League Lacrosse Stories from June 11, 2012
- Outlaws' Chris Bocklet Named Cascade Rookie of the Week - Denver Outlaws
- Westervelt Named Offensive Player of the Week - Chesapeake Bayhawks
The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.
