IRVINE, Calif. - For the fourth time this season, a member of the Cal State Bakersfield men's soccer team has been recognized among the top-performing student-athletes in The Big West. Filip Arras took home Defensive Player of the Week honors on Monday, marking his second such honor during the 2026 season.

This past week, Arras tallied fives points across Cal State Bakersfield's pair of road matches. The defender scored a goal and added an assists as the `Runners drew against CSUN on Wednesday. On Saturday, Arras placed a perfect free kick into the back of the net against Sacramento State as Bakersfield once again earned a vital road point.

The Roadrunners will put their four-match unbeaten streak on the line with a pair of home matches this weekend. Come out to support Cal State Bakersfield men's soccer and get your hands on this week's exclusive giveaways, free Cowbells on Wednesday (Oct. 7) and free Mini Soccer Balls on Saturday (Oct. 10). Tickets are available ahead of time at GoRunners.com/Tickets. Skip the line, buy online!

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