Fairfield University junior Brian Friedlander was named the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) Men's Swimmer of the Week after winning three events against Bryant University.

Friedlander moved to 6-0 in the 100 breaststroke this year by clocking a time of 1:01.62 against the Bulldogs on November 20. He also won the 200-yard breaststroke with a time of 2:12.58 for his fifth victory in the event in seven meets this season. Friedlander picked up the victory in the 200-yard individual medley as well, registering a time of 2:02.64. In addition, he was the second leg of the men's 400-yard medley relay that posted a time of 3:41.25 to finish as the runner-up.

Friedlander is the first Fairfield men's swimmer to earn at weekly award from the MAAC this season.

The Stags (3-3) return to action on December 3 at the Harold Anderson Invitational hosted by the University of Rhode Island.

Posted On: 11-24-2010 10:11 AM

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