BEVERLY, Mass. (11/2/2026) - Freshman forward Nick Reilly of the Nichols College men's soccer team has been named the Conference of New England (CNE) Rookie of The Week following a dramatic game-winning performance in the Bison's season finale.

Reilly delivered the deciding goal in Nichols' 2-1 comeback victory over Johnson & Wales University on Tuesday, October 27th, scoring in the 89th minute to complete the late rally. The freshman's fifth goal of the season came just over two minutes after Ethan Knowles converted a penalty kick to tie the contest at 1-1.

Reilly's game-winner capped a remarkable final stretch for the Bison, who scored twice in the final four minutes to secure the road victory. He finished the contest with two shots, both on target, and 69 minutes played.

The honor marks Reilly's third CNE Rookie of the Week selection this season, having previously earned the distinction on September 14th and October 5th. He concludes his freshman campaign with five goals, 10 points, 28 shots, 16 shots on goal, and three game-winning goals across 17 appearances.