Elon’s Mleczkovicz Garners Second CAA MSOC Rookie Honor

RICHMOND, Va. – For the second time this season, Elon University men’s soccer freshman Ronni Mleczkovicz was named the Colonial Athletic Association’s Rookie of the Week as announced by the league office on Monday afternoon, Sept. 18.

Mleczkovicz helped the Phoenix remain unbeaten on the season with his performance on the road at Charlotte and Hofstra last week. The Gothenburg, Sweden, native had the equalizing goal in the 87th minute versus the 49ers in the Phoenix’s 1-1 draw last Tuesday, Sept. 12. He also scored a goal at Hofstra on Saturday, Sept. 16, in Elon’s CAA opener versus the Pride which resulted in another 1-1 draw.

Mleczkovicz is currently tied for the team and league-lead in total points on the season with six on his two goals and two assists. He also leads the league in points per match at 1.50.

Elon is back in action on Tuesday, Sept. 19, hosting NC State for the first of two home matches this week. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m.