Reading, Pa. (November 2, 2026) - Field Hockey's Ava Michael and Football's Kashantis Anderson both were named Alvernia Athletes of the Week for their performances on the field last week. This week's Alvernia Athletes of the Week are presented by MailShark.

Anderson, a senior defensive back, helped lead the Golden Wolves to a 41-20 victory over FDU-Florham on senior day and did so by recording two interceptions, one of which he returned 47 yards for a touchdown that gave the Golden Wolves the lead in the second quarter, one they would not give up. Anderson tallied his second interception of the day early in the third quarter that gave Alvernia the ball back in FDU-Florham territory on a drive that ended with a touchdown. Anderson added four tackles on the day and the victory over the Devils came as the first in program history. The Golden Wolves also ended the 2026 regular season with a 4-1 record at home. 

Michael, a senior forward/midfielder, recorded a team high eight points in a 1-1 week for the Golden Wolves. In a 6-0 victory over Eastern on Wednesday, Michael netted three goals and dished out an assist to lead Alvernia to victory and clinch a playoff spot in the MAC Commonwealth Field Hockey championships. Michael then added an assist on Alvernia;s lone goal in a 2-1 setback to Widener over the weekend in the regular season finale. Michael also recorded seven total shots between the two games. 

Field Hockey is in action tonight at 5:00 PM when they take on the Pride of Widener University in the #4/#5 play-in game in the MAC Commonwealth Field Hockey Championships. Football is on the road this weekend and travels to Delaware Valley to take on the Aggies in a massive MAC football clash at 1:00 PM.