Robbins named NECC Player of the Week

PLAYER OF THE WEEK — Wheelock College senior forward Sherard Robbins (Malden, Mass.) sparked the Wildcats to a 2-0 week, defeating Lesley 65-55 and Elms 87-82 in overtime action. Robbins who comes off last week’s 1,000 point milestone nailed two double-double performances including 29 points and 15 rebounds in a barn burner against the Blazers. He averaged 25.5 points, 14.5 rebounds, 0.5 assists, 2.0 blocks and 0.5 steals. For the week, Robbins shot 56% (20-for-36) from the field and 73% (11-for-15) from the free-throw line.