BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The Gulf South Conference announced its Football Players of the Week following Week 8 performances of the 2025 season. Delta State’s Lawrence Armstrong (offensive) and Tavian Moore (co-defensive) were recognized along with Valdosta State duo Mark Robinson (co-defensive) and Shawn Paschall (special teams and freshman).
OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK
Lawrence Armstrong, R-Jr., WR, Delta State
- Had two catches, totaling 108 yards, in a 41-38 win over No. 11 West Alabama.
- Both receptions were touchdown grabs.
- First Statesmen wide receiver to GSC offensive weekly honors since 2011 (Chance Dennis).
Other nominees: Eric Watts, Valdosta State; TJ Lane, West Florida
CO-DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK
Tavian Moore, Jr., DB, Delta State
- Recorded a career-high 13 tackles in a 41-38 road win over No. 11 West Alabama.
- Tied a career-high with six solo stops, including one in fourth quarter that resulted in a UWA turnover on downs.
- Had an interception (returned for five yards) in the first quarter that led to Delta State’s opening touchdown.
Mark Robinson, Sr., DL, Valdosta State
- Tallied career-highs in tackles (nine), solo tackles (five), tackles for loss (four), and sacks (four) in a 35-24 win over North Greenville.
- His four sacks tied a program record and tied for fourth-most in GSC history.
- His four sacks and tackles for loss both totaled 18 yards.
- Also finished with one forced fumble, one fumble recovery, and one quarterback hurry.
Other nominees: Travon Nunn, West Alabama; Ja’Kobe Clinton, West Florida
SPECIAL TEAMS PLAYER OF THE WEEK
Shawn Paschall, RS, Fr., Valdosta State
- Returned a 95-yard kickoff for a touchdown to help the Blazers to a 35-24 win over North Greenville.
- The play happened in the second quarter, giving VSU a 21-10 lead.
- It was the longest kickoff return in the GSC this season.
Other nominees: Houston Johnson, West Alabama
FRESHMAN OF THE WEEK
Shawn Paschall, RS, Fr., Valdosta State
- Helped the Blazers to a 35-24 win over North Greenville.
- Returned a kickoff 95 yards for a touchdown to make in 21-10 in the second quarter.
- Had five carries for 11 yards.
- Second time named GSC Freshman of the Week award.
Other nominees: Michael Dujon West Alabama; Ty’Ray Davis, West Florida
2025 GSC Football Weekly Award Winners
Offensive Player of the Week
Sept. 1: Marcus Stokes, R-So., QB, West Florida
Sept. 8: Spencer Arceneaux, Sr., QB, West Alabama
Sept. 15: Spencer Arceneaux, Sr., QB, West Alabama
Sept. 22: Spencer Arceneaux, Sr., QB, West Alabama
Sept. 29: Dearrius Nelson, Gr., WR, West Alabama
Oct. 6: Marcus Stokes, R-So., QB, West Florida
Oct. 13: Marcus Stokes, R-So., QB, West Florida
Oct. 20: Marcus Stokes, R-So., QB, West Florida
Oct. 27: Lawrence Armstrong, R-Jr., WR, Delta State
Defensive Player of the Week
Sept. 1: Walker Robinson, Sr., LB, West Florida
Sept. 8: Alex Larry, Jr., DL, Delta State
Sept. 15: JT Hooten, So., LB, West Alabama
Sept. 22: Alex Larry, Jr., DL, Delta State
Sept. 29: Michael McGregor, Gr., LB, West Alabama
Oct. 6: Ja’Kobe Clinton, R-Sr., LB, West Florida
Oct. 13: Walker Robinson, Sr., LB, West Florida
Oct. 20: JT Hooten, So., LB, West Alabama
Oct. 27: Tavian Moore, Jr., DB, Delta State & Mark Robinson, Sr., DL, Valdosta State
Special Teams Player of the Week
Sept. 1: Devin Walter, Jr., P, Valdosta State
Sept. 8: Austin McCready, Sr., P, West Alabama
Sept. 15: Tony Newsome, Jr., RS, West Florida
Sept. 22: Price Nixon, Sr., P/K, Delta State
Sept. 29: Houston Johnson, Sr., RS, West Alabama
Oct. 6: Matt Rolader, Fr., K, Valdosta State
Oct. 13: Michael Shine, Sr., P, West Florida
Oct: 20: Michael Shine, Sr., P, West Florida
Oct. 27: Shawn Paschall, RS, Valdosta State
Freshman of the Week
Sept. 1: Matt Rolader, K, Valdosta State
Sept. 8: no nominees
Sept. 15: Brogan Woeber, K, West Florida
Sept. 22: Michael Dujon, RB, West Alabama
Sept. 29: Chrissean Jones, CB, West Alabama
Oct. 6: Ostin Perkins, RB, Valdosta State
Oct. 13: Shawn Paschall, RB, Valdosta State
Oct. 20: Dean Roberts, K, Delta State
Oct. 27: Shawn Paschall, RB/RS, Valdosta State