Keiser University men’s soccer defender Timo Boomkens was named The Sun Conference Defensive Player of the Week after appearing in both of the team’s wins during the week. It is Boomkens’ second Defensive Player of the Week honor from The Sun Conference this season. The conference announced its weekly award winners Monday, October 19, 2026.
Boomkens helped Keiser University record a 1-0 shutout of Southeastern University and a 3-1 victory over SCAD Savannah. Across the two matches, Keiser University held its opponents to 16 combined shots, including four on goal. The team allowed one goal during the two-match stretch.
Boomkens produces against SCAD Savannah
Boomkens delivered two goals and one assist in the victory over SCAD Savannah. He contributed to all three Keiser University goals in the match. The performance added offensive impact to his work as a defender during the team’s 2-0 week.
The fourth-year senior from Valkenswaard, Netherlands, appeared in both Keiser University wins during the award period. His recognition came as the team improved to 3-1-1 in The Sun Conference. Keiser University finished the week with a shutout and one goal allowed across its two matches.
Keiser University returns Wednesday
Keiser University’s men’s soccer team is scheduled to play at Warner University Royals in Lake Wales, Florida, on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. The match follows a week in which Keiser University went 2-0 and strengthened its conference record.
FSB Take
Boomkens’ award recognizes a two-match stretch in which Keiser University combined defensive control with his direct contribution to all three goals against SCAD Savannah. The team allowed one goal while limiting Southeastern University and SCAD Savannah to four shots on goal combined. Keiser University now takes its 2-0 week and 3-1-1 conference record into Wednesday’s scheduled match at Warner University Royals.
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