University of Maryland, Baltimore County freshman defender Nico Banks was named America East Co-Rookie of the Week for his standout performance during the week of Oct. 19, 2026, the conference announced.
Banks, a freshman from Brunswick, Maryland, scored his third goal of the season against Binghamton by heading home a corner kick from Adamo Pantaleo to give UMBC a 1-0 lead. The Retrievers and Binghamton eventually drew, earning UMBC its first conference point of the season.
Nico Banks Tied for UMBC’s Team Lead in Goals
Banks is the second UMBC player to earn America East Rookie of the Week honors this season, joining Flynn Holdem, who previously won it twice.
He is currently tied with Holdem and Abdul Kamara for the team lead with three goals this season.
UMBC Men’s Soccer Returns at New Hampshire
UMBC returns to action Saturday at New Hampshire with a 3 p.m. kick. The match follows the team’s first America East point of the season.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
Banks’ America East recognition follows a goal that gave UMBC an early lead against Binghamton. His three goals also place him in a tie with Flynn Holdem and Abdul Kamara for the team lead.
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