Hobart first-year squash player Asser Eldemerdash was named the Liberty League men's squash Rookie of the Week after winning both matches in his collegiate debut, the college announced Monday.
Eldemerdash, of New Cairo, Egypt, earned victories against St. Lawrence and Bard during the Statesmen's opening weekend.
Playing at No. 3 against St. Lawrence on Friday, Eldemerdash defeated Colby Galarza 11-9, 11-8, 7-11, 11-6. He moved to the top spot against Bard on Saturday and rallied twice to beat Artemy Mukhin 4-11, 11-9, 9-11, 11-7, 11-7.
Hobart lost to St. Lawrence 7-2 before sweeping Bard 9-0 for head coach Tyler Smith's first win with the Statesmen.
The Statesmen return to action Nov. 21 in Poughkeepsie against Vassar and Hamilton. The Vassar match is scheduled for 1 p.m.
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