SPARTANBURG, S.C. - The Citadel's Mike Groselle has been named the Southern Conference Player of the Week for all games played through Nov. 12, the league office announced today (Nov. 13). Groselle averaged 19.0 points and 11.5 rebounds per game last week as the Bulldogs went 1-1 at the All-Military Classic in Charleston, S.C.
The senior center scored 21 points and grabbed 15 rebounds in the Bulldogs' 84-76 victory over VMI. It was Groselle's 23rd career double-double. He followed that performance with 17 points and eight rebounds against Air Force as the Falcons held on for a 77-70 victory. He shot 68 percent from the field (15-22) and was 8-for-10 from the free throw line. He added three assists, two steals and was named to the All-Military Classic All-Tournament Team for his efforts.
The Citadel (1-1) returns to action Wednesday (Nov. 14) when the Bulldogs host Montreat College.
Other top performers in the Southern Conference included College of Charleston's Andrew Lawrence, Davidson's De'Mon Brooks, Elon's Lucas Troutman, UNCG's Trevis Simpson, Samford's Tim Williams, Chattanooga's Z. Mason, Western Carolina's Trey Sumler and Wofford's Karl Cochran.
SoCon Men's Basketball Player of the Week
Nov. 13 - Mike Groselle, The Citadel