Aaron Herrera started his 2016 fall campaign on a high note.
The sophomore defender for the UNM men’s soccer team was named Conference USA Defensive Player of the Week after his performance during the Lobos’ season-opening weekend at the Mike Berticelli Memorial Tournament.
This is the first time Herrera has received C-USA Player of the Week honors.
“I think last year just prepared me for it, pretty much. I learned a lot from last year," Herrera said. "This year I know more of what to do and how to help the team."
The Lobos collected two 1-0 losses during the weekend against ranked opponents: No.