Missouri Western defensive back Marc Harrison was named the MIAA Defensive Player of the Week on Monday after his record-tying 100-yard interception return for a touchdown Saturday in the Griffons 30-0 win over Northeastern State.

Harrison’s interception stopped an NSU scoring threat with the RiverHawks trailing 10-0 and helped turn the tide in the Griffons favor.

The 100-yard return tied a school record set by Nate Bruto in 2009 at Fort Hays State.

Harrison, a senior from Raymore, Missouri, also had six tackles (five solo) and a pass break up in Missouri Western’s win.  Harrison’s interception was one of four by Griffon defenders, the most by any team in the MIAA this season. It was his first interception this season and the fifth of his career.

Missouri Western is back in action Thursday as they play at Lindenwood.  The kickoff is at 7:00 p.m. and can be heard on 680 KFEQ AM & here on StJosephPost.com.

— MWSU Sports Information —