Brockport, NY – SUNY Brockport's Colton Thorp and Zach McGowan were recognized as Empire 8 Football Weekly Award winners following their performance against Alfred State over the weekend.
 
Colton Thorp was named the E8 Football Defensive Player of the Week for his work in the secondary against the Pioneers. Helping hold the opposing offense to just 13-for-35 passing with 109 yards, Thorp was credited with four pass breakups on the day. To go with a career-best showing defending the pass, Thorp also made a big hit for a solo tackle in space.
 
Kicker Zach McGowan had a big day with his leg for the Golden Eagles. Outside of one blocked kick, McGowan was 6-for-7 on extra points in the contest. He also handled kickoff duties, going for 523 total yards on eight kicks. This included seven touchbacks which prevented Alfred State from getting many chances for a return.
 
The Golden Eagles defeated Alfred State at home in week seven, 48-14, in a big bounce back win. They improved to 4-2 overall and 2-1 in the conference ahead of a week eight matchup against Morrisvlle on the road.