Stewart Claims MWC Defensive Player of the Week

HILBERT, WIS. – Stewart, the First Year from Essex, Il., was awarded with the Midwest Conference Player of the Week award following a week where she shined on the defensive end of the pitch. Gwendolynn Stewart helped Knox play 80 shutout minutes of soccer against Illinois Wesleyan, who is ranked 8th regionally, and stopped multiple attacks from Ripon in Knox’s 1-0 win in the conference opener. “Gwen immediately stepped into a crucial role as a First Year. She has consistently shut down top attackers and has been crucial in every game. This week she held a dominant IWU attack to…