Two standout performances earned Samantha Strebel of women's bowling and Boris Skalos of men's ice hockey the title of PPG Athletes of the Week. Strebel's strong effort at the Brunswick Spring Classic helped the Lakers secure a third-place finish, with her individual performance earning her a spot on the All-Tournament team. Skalos ended the regular season with an impressive display, contributing three goals and two assists in three games, marking a successful inaugural season with Mercyhurst.

By the Numbers
  • Strebel knocked down a total of 1,071 pins in the Brunswick Spring Classic.
  • Skalos has 15 goals and 11 assists, totaling 26 points for the season.
State of Play
  • Strebel prepares for the Northeast Roundup in New Castle, De. on March 16th and 17th, followed by the ECC Championships starting on the 21st.
  • Mercyhurst's men's ice hockey team gears up for the postseason starting on March 2nd against Canisus, vying for a spot in the quarterfinals commencing on the 8th.
Bottom Line

The outstanding performances of Strebel and Skalos reflect the exceptional talent and determination displayed by Mercyhurst's athletes, setting the stage for continued success as they enter crucial upcoming events.