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Drake's Kuhn Named MVC Men's Soccer Player Of The Week

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Drake's Kuhn Named MVC Men's Soccer Player Of The Week

ST. LOUIS, MO. - Drake sophomore midfielder/forward Matt Kuhn (Raytown, Mo./Raytown South) has been named the Brine/Missouri Valley Conference Men's Soccer Offensive Player of the Week after leading Drake to a 4-1 home win over Missouri Valley Conference opponent Bradley last Wednesday (Oct. 22). Prior to the victory Bradley had owned an eight-game unbeaten string (6-0-2) against Drake.

Kuhn continued his strong play in the middle for the Bulldogs, scoring a goal and adding two assists in the win over Bradley. He has scored 10 points this season on three goals and four assists.

This marks the third time (second-consecutive) Drake has had a Brine/MVC Player of the Week selection during the 2008 campaign. Drake junior Julien EdwardsOttawa, Ontario, Canada/DeLaSalle) was been named the MVC Men's Soccer Defensive Player of the Week Sept. 15 and senior midfielder Ryan Moylan ( (Wauwatosa, Wis./East) was been named the MVC Men's Soccer Offensive Player of the Week Oct. 20.

Drake travels to Omaha, Neb. for a November 1 match-up with Creighton. Game time is scheduled for 2 p.m.

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