SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. – For the first time in program history, Sun Devil Lacrosse swept the Pac-12 Player of the Week honors, the conference announced Monday afternoon.
Goalkeeper Berkeley Bonneau earned Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Week recognition and was joined by teammate Kerri Clayton, who took home the Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Week honors. It is the fifth and sixth time a Sun Devil has won a Player of the Week award, with all of them coming over the past two seasons.
The contributions of Bonneau and Clayton were integral to the Sun Devils' 18-14 victory over Marquette on Thursday. The pair of upperclassmen made sure their team came out on the right side of the first game at home, leading ASU to a win in the home opener for the third consecutive season.
After finishing fifth in the country last season with 194 saves, Berkeley Bonneau continues to play at a high level in 2020. In the victory over Marquette, Bonneau made 12 saves earning her third win of the season. She reached the double-digit save mark for second consecutive game and 24th time in her career.
The quick reflexes and high I.Q. of Bonneau were on display all afternoon, as she made four free position saves. She came through when her team needed her the most, making seven second half saves, holding Marquette scoreless during separate seven and nine-minute stretches.
Taking into account the Golden Eagles' nine goals from the free-position and two while a man-up, Bonneau only allowed three goals when presented with even-strength action. Her all around game was on display yet again, as she collected five ground balls and came out of her net to cause a turnover on an interception.
Kerri Clayton – Offensive Player of the Week
Kerri Clayton has been making the most of her final season in Tempe, proving to be one of the most dangerous offensive threats in the nation. Clayton took home her second Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Week honor of her career, previously being recognized after racking up a school-record 12 points in the win over Oregon (4/8) last season.
She finished with five goals and two assists in the win over Marquette, her second consecutive game with at least seven points. Not only was it her fifth consecutive hat trick to start the season, she also recorded her third multi-assist performance in 2020. The improvement of her all-around game was on display against the Golden Eagles. Clayton finished with a career-high four draw controls, playing a huge role in the Sun Devils' second half advantage in the draw circle.
Clayton is thriving in the new offensive system, recording her sixth career games with five or more goals. She has played a major role as both a scorer and facilitator in the Sun Devil offense which leads the Pac-12 and is tied for fifth nationally in scoring (18.0 goals/game).
Kerri Clayton (3/2/20) – Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Week
Berkeley Bonneau (3/2/20) – Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Week
Emily Glagolev (2/17/20) – Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Week
Emily Glagolev (4/22/19) – Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Week
Kerri Clayton (4/8/19) – Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Week
Kaylon Buckner (2/12/19) – Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Week
On the day the awards were announced, the duo continued their outstanding play helping the Sun Devils dominate Fresno State, putting them firmly in contention for back-to-back Player of the Week honors.
Goalkeeper Berkeley Bonneau looked sharp from the start, preventing the visitors from scoring until the 14-minute mark. She was active outside of her cage and off rebounds, collecting a team-high five ground balls. Bonneau made nine saves and allowed five goals to a Bulldog offense that came into the game averaging 16.5 goals/game. It was the sixth time she has gave up five goals or less in her career.
Bonneau has four wins through six games this season and has played 296 of a possible 360 minutes in net for the Sun Devils. Her 48 saves in 2020 puts her closer to the 400 mark for her career, currently sitting at 397. She leads the team with 25 ground balls, while her five caused turnovers are the third most.
2020 PAC-12 WOMEN'S LACROSSE PLAYERS OF THE WEEK
Defensive Player of the Week Offensive Player of the Week
Feb. 10 Julia Lisella, COLO Shonly Wallace, ORE
Feb. 17 Riley Hertford, USC Emily Glagolev, ASU
Feb. 24 Riley Hertford, USC Emily Concialdi, USC
Mar. 2 Berkeley Bonneau, ASU Kerri Clayton, ASU
UP NEXT
Arizona State begins Pac-12 Conference play this Friday, as they host California at 1 pm MST. The Golden Bears currently hold a 2-3 record, most recently suffering a loss to San Diego State which snapped a two-game winning streak. Arizona State picked up the program's first-ever Pac-12 win over this same California squad in their inaugural season back in March of 2018. Golden Bears' Head Coach Brooke Eubank enters her sixth season at the helm in Berkeley.
HOW TO FOLLOW
Sun Devil fans, don't miss out on another opportunity to see the high-scoring 2020 lacrosse team in action. If you can't make it out to Friday's game, a live stream will be provided at the following link. Track the game via live stats, which will be provided here. As always, in-game updates can be found by following the Sun Devil Lacrosse twitter account (@SunDevilWLax).
For coverage all season long, follow our Twitter and Instagram accounts (@SunDevilWLax) and like our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/sundevilwlax/). Visit our website, TheSunDevils.com, for the latest updates and information on the program leading up to the 2020 season.
Goalkeeper Berkeley Bonneau earned Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Week recognition and was joined by teammate Kerri Clayton, who took home the Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Week honors. It is the fifth and sixth time a Sun Devil has won a Player of the Week award, with all of them coming over the past two seasons.
Three different Sun Devils have been named the Conference Player of the Week so far in 2020, already matching last season's total only four weeks into the season. Emily Glagolev was tabbed as the Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Week back on February 17th after a week in which she compiled three goals, seven assists, three ground balls, and two draw controls.We interrupt this regularly scheduled programming for an IMPORTANT announcement! ??@SunDevilWLax has SWEPT the Pac-12 Player of the Week honors! ??
— Sun Devil Lacrosse (@SunDevilWLax) March 2, 2020
Shout out to @berkeleybonneau (Defensive) and @kerriclayton22 (Offensive) on earning the recognition! ???? #ForksUp pic.twitter.com/NCEHsy9dRB
The contributions of Bonneau and Clayton were integral to the Sun Devils' 18-14 victory over Marquette on Thursday. The pair of upperclassmen made sure their team came out on the right side of the first game at home, leading ASU to a win in the home opener for the third consecutive season.
Berkeley Bonneau – Defensive Player of the Week?? SUN DEVILS WIN ??
— Sun Devil Lacrosse (@SunDevilWLax) February 27, 2020
3?? different Sun Devils score 3?? or more goals as Arizona State takes down Marquette! #ForksUp pic.twitter.com/yTCXFWqE5a
After finishing fifth in the country last season with 194 saves, Berkeley Bonneau continues to play at a high level in 2020. In the victory over Marquette, Bonneau made 12 saves earning her third win of the season. She reached the double-digit save mark for second consecutive game and 24th time in her career.
The quick reflexes and high I.Q. of Bonneau were on display all afternoon, as she made four free position saves. She came through when her team needed her the most, making seven second half saves, holding Marquette scoreless during separate seven and nine-minute stretches.
Taking into account the Golden Eagles' nine goals from the free-position and two while a man-up, Bonneau only allowed three goals when presented with even-strength action. Her all around game was on display yet again, as she collected five ground balls and came out of her net to cause a turnover on an interception.
Kerri Clayton – Offensive Player of the Week
Kerri Clayton has been making the most of her final season in Tempe, proving to be one of the most dangerous offensive threats in the nation. Clayton took home her second Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Week honor of her career, previously being recognized after racking up a school-record 12 points in the win over Oregon (4/8) last season.
She finished with five goals and two assists in the win over Marquette, her second consecutive game with at least seven points. Not only was it her fifth consecutive hat trick to start the season, she also recorded her third multi-assist performance in 2020. The improvement of her all-around game was on display against the Golden Eagles. Clayton finished with a career-high four draw controls, playing a huge role in the Sun Devils' second half advantage in the draw circle.
Clayton is thriving in the new offensive system, recording her sixth career games with five or more goals. She has played a major role as both a scorer and facilitator in the Sun Devil offense which leads the Pac-12 and is tied for fifth nationally in scoring (18.0 goals/game).
SUN DEVILS TO WIN PAC-12 PLAYER OF THE WEEK (6)Kerri is S?α?? for opposing defenses????
— Sun Devil Lacrosse (@SunDevilWLax) February 28, 2020
The senior is making the most of her final season in Tempe, dominating on the offensive end through 5? games ?? pic.twitter.com/ZtQu0wg0ac
Kerri Clayton (3/2/20) – Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Week
Berkeley Bonneau (3/2/20) – Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Week
Emily Glagolev (2/17/20) – Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Week
Emily Glagolev (4/22/19) – Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Week
Kerri Clayton (4/8/19) – Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Week
Kaylon Buckner (2/12/19) – Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Week
On the day the awards were announced, the duo continued their outstanding play helping the Sun Devils dominate Fresno State, putting them firmly in contention for back-to-back Player of the Week honors.
Kerri Clayton was once again the focal point of the offense, scoring three goals to become the first Sun Devil to surpass the 100-career goal mark. With the majority of the attention paid to her, Clayton did not hesitate to get her teammates involved, matching a career-high with four assists. She has been unstoppable so far this season, recording a hat trick in each of her first six games.SUN DEVILS WIN! 2 Sun Devils have hat tricks behind some rock solid defense ?? pic.twitter.com/RUDM3K309t
— Sun Devil Lacrosse (@SunDevilWLax) March 2, 2020
Over her last three games, Clayton has 14 goals and nine assists, playing some of the best lacrosse of her career. She now has seven career performances with seven or more points and already has four games with 2+ assists this season after finishing with only two in 2019. For the second consecutive game, Clayton matched a career-high with four draw controls.?? ????????
— Sun Devil Lacrosse (@SunDevilWLax) March 3, 2020
Kerri Clayton makes history, becoming the first Sun Devil to reach the 1?0?0?-career goals milestone! ?? pic.twitter.com/rnHXGXJ6jy
Goalkeeper Berkeley Bonneau looked sharp from the start, preventing the visitors from scoring until the 14-minute mark. She was active outside of her cage and off rebounds, collecting a team-high five ground balls. Bonneau made nine saves and allowed five goals to a Bulldog offense that came into the game averaging 16.5 goals/game. It was the sixth time she has gave up five goals or less in her career.
Bonneau has four wins through six games this season and has played 296 of a possible 360 minutes in net for the Sun Devils. Her 48 saves in 2020 puts her closer to the 400 mark for her career, currently sitting at 397. She leads the team with 25 ground balls, while her five caused turnovers are the third most.
2020 PAC-12 WOMEN'S LACROSSE PLAYERS OF THE WEEK
Defensive Player of the Week Offensive Player of the Week
Feb. 10 Julia Lisella, COLO Shonly Wallace, ORE
Feb. 17 Riley Hertford, USC Emily Glagolev, ASU
Feb. 24 Riley Hertford, USC Emily Concialdi, USC
Mar. 2 Berkeley Bonneau, ASU Kerri Clayton, ASU
UP NEXT
Arizona State begins Pac-12 Conference play this Friday, as they host California at 1 pm MST. The Golden Bears currently hold a 2-3 record, most recently suffering a loss to San Diego State which snapped a two-game winning streak. Arizona State picked up the program's first-ever Pac-12 win over this same California squad in their inaugural season back in March of 2018. Golden Bears' Head Coach Brooke Eubank enters her sixth season at the helm in Berkeley.
HOW TO FOLLOW
Sun Devil fans, don't miss out on another opportunity to see the high-scoring 2020 lacrosse team in action. If you can't make it out to Friday's game, a live stream will be provided at the following link. Track the game via live stats, which will be provided here. As always, in-game updates can be found by following the Sun Devil Lacrosse twitter account (@SunDevilWLax).
For coverage all season long, follow our Twitter and Instagram accounts (@SunDevilWLax) and like our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/sundevilwlax/). Visit our website, TheSunDevils.com, for the latest updates and information on the program leading up to the 2020 season.