Peacock football's defensive back Ben Kamara was named GLVC Player of the Week for defense. He is Upper Iowa University's first GLVC Player of the Week selection this season.  
 
The junior aided the Peacocks in their first win of the season on Saturday as they defeated Concordia, St. Paul 33-7 in their home opener. Kamara was part of a defensive unit that allowed the visitors only one touchdown while recording three interceptions and two pick-sixes. 
 
Individually, Kamara tallied two interceptions, one leading to a 72-yard return for a touchdown. The play was put into motion as defensive lineman Gavin Sweeney hurried the Golden Bears' quarterback, allowing his teammate the opportunity for the pick and the team's fifth touchdown of the contest. 
 
Kamara also added four tackles in the victory. 
 
UIU football is back in action this weekend against South Dakota Mines. The game will take place on Saturday at 1 p.m. in Rapid City, S.D