NORFOLK, Va. — Coppin State University women’s volleyball senior libero Coco Figueroa earned her 10th career MEAC Volleyball Defensive Player of the Week honor and her third selection this season, the league office announced Monday.
Figueroa averaged 4.75 digs per set, 0.92 assists per set, and one ace per match across three matches last week. Coppin State entered the announcement with a 16-7 overall record and a 7-1 mark in MEAC play.
Coco Figueroa Produces Across Three Matches
Figueroa recorded 11 digs against Towson and 25 digs against Morgan State. She added seven assists and one ace against Morgan State before posting 21 digs, four assists, and two aces in a win over Norfolk State.
The senior from Bayamon, Puerto Rico, has totaled 387 digs this season, averaging 4.25 per set. She also has 86 assists and 30 aces while ranking seventh in the nation in digs at the time of the announcement.
Figueroa Moves Higher in Coppin State and MEAC History
Figueroa has 1,605 career digs, which ranks third in Coppin State history and fifth in MEAC history. Her 141 career aces rank fourth in Coppin State history.
The honor marks Figueroa’s third MEAC Volleyball Defensive Player of the Week selection this season and her 10th in her career.
Coppin State University Hosts Howard
Coppin State will host Howard at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, in a matchup of the two top teams in the MEAC standings. Fans are encouraged to wear gold apparel, and the match will be available live on the MEAC Network.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
Figueroa’s latest conference honor reflects her production during a three-match stretch and her place among Coppin State’s career leaders. Her 1,605 digs and 141 aces provide additional context for her 10th career MEAC Defensive Player of the Week selection.
Source: Original report
