Molloy named graduate student Matt Star, sophomore Jack Veletanga and freshman Mael Pierre Paul to the All-East Coast Conference Second Team. Their recognition reflects contributions across the field: Star anchored a defense that led the conference in goals allowed, while Veletanga and Pierre Paul powered the offense. Molloy enters the ECC championship as the No. 3 seed and will host UDC in the first round.

By the Numbers
  • Molloy allowed a league-best 14 goals in the regular season and posted a 0.93 goals-against average.
  • Veletanga led the Lions with 14 points: 5 goals and 4 assists.
  • Pierre Paul recorded 10 points, including 3 goals and 4 assists.
  • Star started all 15 games and logged a team-high 1,337 minutes.
State of Play
  • Molloy is the No. 3 seed in the ECC Championship.
  • The Lions host No. 6 UDC in the first round Thursday, Oct. 29, at 7 p.m. at John A. Darcy Field.
Bottom Line

Molloy’s postseason push rests on a conference-leading defense and a productive attack—strengths reflected in the three players’ all-conference honors.