American Conference Men's Soccer Weekly Awards 

IRVING, Texas - Missouri State men's soccer senior Fumiya Shiraishi has been named the American Conference Offensive Player of the Week, the league announced Monday. This is his third time (second week in a row) earning the honor and comes after he scored two brilliant goals in MSU's 4-0 win against Temple in their American Conference Opener on September 12.

Shiraishi is the first Bear in MSU history to win offensive weekly conference honors three times in a single season. Shiraishi has also scored or assisted 9-of-12 goals scored by the Bears this season. He is ranked first in the NCAA Division 1 goals per game (1.60) and points per game (3.60).

Junior Alex Matthews also earned an Honorable Mention for his efforts defensively, guiding the team from the back of the pitch.

The Missouri State Bears' next game is on the road against No. 24 Saint Louis on Tuesday, Sept. 16, at 7:00 p.m.