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Pair of former WPIAL standouts, Robert Morris’ Emerson Johngarlo and Madison Hurst earn Horizon League Offensive and Defensive Player of the Week honors

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After a strong start to the 2024 season, two Robert Morris Colonials women’s soccer players, both former WPIAL standouts, have been recognized Horizon League’s weekly awards.

Freshman Madison Hurst (Hampton) has been named Offensive Player of the Week, while junior Emerson Johngarlo (Kiski Area) has been honored as Defensive Player of the Week, as announced today by the conference.

This marks the first career weekly award for both players.

Hurst made an immediate impact in her collegiate debut, dishing out two assists in RMU’s season-opening 5-0 victory over Le Moyne. Her playmaking ability earned her first career points as a Colonial.

Johngarlo was instrumental in securing RMU’s first shutout of the season, playing all 90 minutes at center back. In addition to her defensive efforts, she made her mark on the offensive end, netting two goals off set pieces – including her first career goal and game-winning tally.

Up next, RMU will take their momentum on the road for their first away match of the season against Southern Indiana on Thursday, August 22, at 8:00 PM.

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John Krysinsky has covered soccer and other sports for many years for various publications and media outlets. He is also author of 'Miracle on the Mon' -- a book about the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC, which chronicles the club, particularly the early years of Highmark Stadium with the narrative leading up to and centered around a remarkable match that helped provide a spark for the franchise. John has covered sports for Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, DK Pittsburgh Sports, Pittsburgh Sports Report, has served as color commentator on Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC broadcasts, and worked with OPTA Stats and broadcast teams for US Open Cup and International Champions Cup matches held in the US. Krysinsky also served as the Head Men’s Soccer Coach at his alma mater, Point Park University, where he led the Pioneers to the first-ever winning seasons and playoff berths (1996-98); head coach of North Catholic boys (2007-08), associate head coach of Shady Side Academy boys (2009-2014).

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