HAVERFORD, Pa. - Haverford senior co-captain Caroline Aronowitz was named a PhilaFH Defensive Player of the Week, the organization announced on Wednesday. Aronowitz joins Ashton Evans of Arcadia and Sadie Strober of Delaware Valley as honorees from Division III this week.
The Fords' offense grabbed the headlines in a 7-3 rout of Washington College on Thursday. In the Saturday win over McDaniel, it was the defense that was front-and-center as the Fords did not allow a shot or a penalty corner over the entire 60 minute contest during a very convincing victory 3-0 over the Green Terror. Leading that defensive unit through their third shutout of the season was Aronowitz.
The psychology major has earned high praise from Haverford Head Coach Jackie Cox for what she brings to the Fords' defensive approach.
Caroline's defensive footwork and ability to come up with the ball is excellent. She can stop fast breaks to goal against the fastest opponents", Cox said. "She also has the stick-skill and speed to get the ball up the field on our right side. She plays a right half back so we rely heavily on her for offensive and defensive plays."
Aronowitz is nearing the conclusion of what has been an illustrious career at Haverford. The Columbus, Ohio native has appeared in 64 career games, with 11 defensive saves to go with a pair of goals and six assists in those appearances. Aronowitz has twice been named All-Centennial and has been selected for the Fall Academic Honor Roll in each season of eligbility.
The Fords (8-6, 2-5 CC) will return to action on Saturday in a crucial Centennial Conference clash with Dickinson (7-7, 3-4 CC). First pass is slated for 1 p.m. in Carlisle, Pa.