Emily Rubin, a junior defender on the Emory University women's soccer team, was named the Defensive Athlete of the Week for the University Athletic Association (UAA), based on her performance last week.

Rubin played all 180 minutes for an Emory defense that allowed just six shots during two games.  Rubin helped Emory to a 3-0 shutout win over Guilford College on Saturday, allowing the Quakers to take just one shot during the contest.  In addition, the defender added a goal with a header off a corner kick, her team-best third of the season.  During Emory's 2-1 overtime win over Birmingham Southern College, Rubin and the Emory defense held the Panthers to just five shots, only two of which were on goal.  The sophomore has led an Emory defense that has recorded three shutouts this season and a goals against average of 1.03.

Rubin's play this season has helped the Eagles remain undefeated against Division III opponents, and win three straight games.  The Eagles will return to action on Wednesday night, hosting Spelman College at 7:00 PM.