University of Pittsburgh Athletics
Gavin Wetzel Named ACC Co-Defensive Player of the Week
10/13/2026 2:05:00 PM | Men's Soccer
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Pitt men's soccer defender Gavin Wetzel has been named the ACC Co-Defensive Player of the Week.
Wetzel helped lead the Panthers to a 3-0 shutout victory over Virginia Tech Friday, logging 83 minutes and making a start in the match. Pitt's defensive effort limited the Hokies to just one shot on goal.
Wetzel has anchored the Pitt backline throughout the season, starting all 11 games and playing the full 90 minutes in nine of them. He has helped the Panthers record five shutouts this season.
Pitt returns to action tonight at home against Duquesne at 7 p.m. before hosting North Carolina Friday at 7 p.m. at Ambrose Urbanic Field.
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