Lucas Silva and Pablo Sisniega obtain first weekly honors, Alen Marcina named Coach of the Week
SAN ANTONIO (Mar. 26, 2024) – San Antonio FC defender Lucas Silva and goalkeeper Pablo Sisniega have been named to the USL Championship Staff of the Week, whereas Head Coach Alen Marcina was named Coach of the Week following Saturday’s 2-0 win in opposition to Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC.
Lucas Silva earns his first Staff of the Week call-up after scoring the opening purpose within the win, his second of the season. The Brazil native excelled on either side of the ball, additionally tallying 4 interceptions and 5 clearances whereas sustaining a 79% passing accuracy.
Pablo Sisniega made two saves to safe the crew’s first shutout of the season. The 28-year-old is tied for third-most saves within the league with 11 whole this yr.
Silva and Sisniega turn into the second and third San Antonio gamers to earn Staff of the Week honors this season, together with Jorge Hernandez. Marcina earns his first Coach of the Week award after main the crew to its first win of the yr in a match that noticed SAFC outshoot Colorado Springs 18-11.
SAFC returns to motion Saturday, internet hosting Monterey Bay F.C, with kickoff set for 7:30 p.m. CT from Toyota Area. The match can be broadcast on ESPN+.
USL Championship Staff of the Week – Week 3
GK – Paul Walters, Hartford Athletic
D – Nathan Dossantos, Charleston Battery
D – Sean Totsch, Louisville Metropolis FC
D – Carlos Guzman, Monterey Bay F.C.
M – Ray Serrano, Louisville Metropolis FC
M – Aaron Molloy, Charleston Battery
M – Anderson Asiedu, Hartford Athletic
M – Lucas Silva, San Antonio FC
F – Allen Gavilanes, Miami FC
F – Albert Dikwa, Rhode Island FC
F – Nick Markanich, Charleston Battery
Coach – Alen Marcina, San Antonio FC
Bench: Pablo Sisniega (SA), Stephen Carroll (DET), Walmer Martinez (MB), J.C. Ngando (LV), Florian Valot (LDN), Elvis Amoh (DET), MD Myers (CHS)
