Chris Kessler Named HCAC Men’s Soccer Player of the Week

DEFIANCE, Ohio – Junior forward Chris Kessler recorded a goal and an assist to lead Defiance to a victory in their only game of the week over the previously undefeated College of Wooster on Saturday, September 12. As a result, Kessler has been named the HCAC men's soccer player of the week for the first time in his career.

Kessler's assist came on the game-winning goal against Wooster and helped improve the Yellow Jackets to 2-1 on the season. The game gives the Canal Winchester, Ohio, native a total of five points over the last two contests. In three games, Kessler, who is tied for the lead in goals scored for DC this season, is averaging 1.67 points, .67 goals and .33 assists per contest.

The Yellow Jackets (2-1) will play Trine University in Angola, Ind., on Tuesday, September 15. Kickoff is scheduled for 4:00 p.m.