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Vote for the CPD Round 9 National Player of the Week

Congratulations to, Ben Leatigaga of Army, on being named the CPD Round 8 National Player of the Week. Now cast your vote for the Player of the Week for the last round of the regular season.

Rugby East Chad Cochran, Ohio St., Sr., No. 8 (Westerville, Ohio)

Saturday: Two tries in a 48-22 win over Rutgers
Coach Notes: 2 tries, 2 try assists. Super defense in the Buckeyes first CPD win. An even better job of leadership by keeping the team focused in a back-and-forth match that didn't break free until the last 18 minutes. Was his best game of the year.

Mid-South Colton Cariaga, Life, Soph., Center (Charlotte, N.C.)

Saturday: Two tries in a 93-10 win over Oklahoma
Coach Notes: Captained the team and led in attack and defense in a manner consistent with his captaincy and leadership throughout the season. Scored 2 tries in the victory, set 3 others up and made 7 tackles on the day.

Western Peter Tiberio, Arizona, Sr., Fullback (Aurora, Ill.)

Saturday: Two tries in a 39-22 win over Air Force
Coach Notes: Ignited Arizona turnaround with 60 meter counter attack for a try in the first half and scored go ahead try in the second half in a see saw match at Infinity Park. Played great defense was a fabulous captain in rallying his team from three deficits against a strong Air Force side.

Pacific David Martini, UCLA, Sr., Flanker (Los Gatos, Calif.)

Saturday: One try in a 41-22 loss to St. Mary’s
Coach Notes: One try and two "assists" to set up trys with hard work on the ground. two try-saving one-hand tackles on the opposite wing showed his speed and strength. Last game for UCLA.