BRONX – A pair of Monroe University – Bronx men's soccer stars, sophomore Raymond Romero and freshman Robert Arias, earned regional monthly honors. Romero was named Region 15 Men's Soccer Goalkeeper of the Month, while Arias earned Region 15 Men's Soccer Athlete of the Month Honorable Mention recognition. The full announcement from the region can be seen here. These honors are for their strong play in the month of October. 

Both Romero and Arias helped the Express capture the Region 15 and North Atlantic District Championships. Monroe earned a 12-5-2 record overall and a 9-2-1 mark in regional play during the year.

Romero made three saves to earn the 1-0 shutout victory in the Region 15 and North Atlantic District Final on the road against nationally ranked No. 4 and previously undefeated Nassau Community College. He was named NJCAA Division III Men's Soccer Goalkeeper of the Week back on October 7.

Arias was named Region 15 Tournament MVP after leading the Express to the Region 15 Championship. He scored three goals and tallied two assists during the playoffs. He netted the game-winning goal late in the first half to lead Monroe to the 1-0 win over No. 4 and previously unbeaten Nassau on the road, 1-0, to capture the Region 15 and North Atlantic District Championships.

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