Getanda Snags GAC’s Weekly Defensive Honor

RUSSELLVILLE, Ark. – Oklahoma Baptist sophomore safety George Getanda was selected as the Great American Conference's Defensive Player of the Week on Monday. It's his first career honor. During the Bison's 34-20 win at Arkansas-Monticello this past weekend, the 6-foot safety had a career-best seven solo tackles, notched his first career interception and forced a fumble. The interception, which came in the first quarter, was a crucial play. With UAM driving and the Bison leading 14-6, the Hurst, Texas native stepped in front of a pass in the middle of the end zone and returned it 25 yards. With his...