Van Gorp Sets Records and Leads Central College to Victory
Central College's Joshua Van Gorp and Caroline McMartin, along with Olivia Bohlen, were honored with American Rivers men's and women's athlete of the week awards for their record-breaking performances. Van Gorp, a 6-foot-10 center, shattered school records and led the Dutch men's basketball team to decisive conference road wins. His standout performance earned him several national Division III rankings. McMartin, a multiple all-America award recipient, set another school record in the 3,000 meters, earning recognition as the indoor track and field performer of the week. Bohlen was also recognized for her first-place finish in the women's pentathlon, ranking No. 5 in Division III this season.
By the Numbers- Van Gorp scored 48 points at Coe College, breaking a 43-year-old school record and achieving the fourth-most points by an NCAA Division III men's player this year
- Van Gorp moved into first place in Division III in season field goals (196), fourth in scoring (23.3), sixth in field goal percentage (66.9), and 17th in rebounding (11.0)
- McMartin won the 3,000 meters in 9:46.45 at the Grinnell Invitational, ranking second-best in Division III this year
- Bohlen scored 3,372 points in the women's pentathlon, ranking No. 5 in Division III this season
Central College's Joshua Van Gorp, Caroline McMartin, and Olivia Bohlen's outstanding performances have earned them well-deserved recognition, showcasing their exceptional talent and setting new standards for their respective sports.
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