Kenosha, Wis - In a historical weekend for Colin O'Rourke, it was topped off with GLIAC Offensive Player of the Week honors. The weekend was full of bright moments as Parkside swept the weekend. O'Rourke also reached the 1,000 point mark for his career, he also netted a career high in the win against Saginaw Valley State. 

O'Rourke began the weekend with his fourth 20-point performance of the season against Wayne State. O'Rourke established his presence inside, shooting 46% from the field and collecting eight of his points from the free throw line. His big performance led Parkside to 89-81 victory. 

On Saturday, O'Rourke scored 18 of his 27 points in the second half, as Parkside came back from a 15 point deficit to take down Saginaw Valley State. O'Rourke shot a brilliant 56% from the field, he knocked down three triples, and scored his 1,000th point with a minute to go in the game. Not only did Colin reach that milestone, but it was the best scoring game in his rich career. 

As it stands today, O'Rourke is the leading scorer on Parkside with 15.1 points per game. O'Rourke and Parkside returned to action on Thursday to take on Northern Michigan on the road. For coverage of the event, visit ParksideRangers.com/coverage.