June 15, 2021
Three Lions named recipients of 2020-21 College Player Award of Distinction
Mars Hill men's soccer players Sebastian Bertilsson, Jeppe Christensen, and Brennan Whalen were selected by the United Soccer Coaches for their 2020-21 College Player Award of Distinction.
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – United Soccer Coaches announced the 2020-21 College Player Award of Distinction Recipients from NCAA Divisions I, II, and III, in addition to NAIA, NCCAA, and Junior College.
Mars Hill foward Sebastian Bertilsson, defenseman Jeppe Christensen, and goalkeeper Brennan Whalen were all named as recipients.
United Soccer Coaches is committed to extending opportunities for its college members to recognize their significant players and contributions to their programs. The new College Player Award of Distinction was established this spring for its member head coaches to submit deserving player based on one or more of the following criteria:
- Player has achieved quality performance on the field;
- Represented the highest ideals of team leadership;
- Exhibited quality character attributes including sportsmanship and respect for teammates, opponents, officials and the game in general;
- Made other significant contributions to the benefit of the program and the community.
To view the full list of recipients in the Division II level, please click here.
