IU freshman defender Grant Lillard was named the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week for his performances against No. 1 Notre Dame and Michigan.
Lillard was a leader of the Hoosier defense when IU shut out the Fighting Irish 1-0 on Wednesday and scored the equalizing goal in IU’s 3-1 win against the ?Wolverines on Sunday.
Lillard missed a portion of the first half against Michigan after he was cut above the eye and required stitches but returned as the Hoosiers stormed back for ?the win.
It was Lillard’s third goal of the season. He also recorded an assist on sophomore midfielder ?Tanner Thompson’s goal late against Michigan.
It is the first time Lillard has won the award. IU sophomore goalie Colin Webb took home the honor twice in September.
The Hoosiers are back in action Wednesday when they travel to face Evansville.
Andrew Vailliencourt
