Giles-Harris Named ACC Defensive Player of the Week

DURHAM – For the fifth time this season, a Blue Devil has been named the ACC Men's Lacrosse Defensive Player of the Week as close defenseman JT Giles-Harris garnered the weekly recognition as announced by the conference office.

Giles-Harris is the fourth different Blue Devil to win the honor, joining Tyler Carpenter, Mike Adler and Jake Naso. Duke has won five of the 10 weekly defensive awards, more than any other ACC school. It is Giles-Harris' fourth career weekly recognition.

Considered the nation's top defenseman, Giles-Harris was exceptional again as the No. 3 Blue Devils outlasted Virginia 13-12 in overtime. He finished the night with one caused turnover, two ground balls and a crucial…