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Athlete
of the Week
Elgazzar anchored
the undefeated 49ers in both games of the season-opening
road trip to Connecticut last weekend.
Aside from
her play in the 3-2 win against Binghampton University
on Sunday, Elgazzar's performance in the overtime
periods Saturday against Fairfield University assured
a tie decision for her team.
Next up
for the sophomore and her fellow 49ers is today's
home opener against the University of Nevada at 3
p.m. at George Allen Field.
This is
the first in a weekly series that will give recognition
to Long Beach State athletes for their accomplishments
on the playing field.
Coach's
comments
Head Coach
Julie Cochran said Wednesday that Elgazzar is playing
with confidence and communicating very well with her
teammates.
Cochran
was especially impressed with the sophomore's performance
against Fairfield.
"She
probably played the best game I've ever seen her play,"
Cochran said. "There were like three huge saves
in that game. She was quick, courageous and on fire."
Elgazzar
also stopped a point-blank shot with only three seconds
remaining in the first overtime period to extend the
standoff.
"That
shot was going in," Cochran said. "So she
absolutely saved the game for us."
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