University of Maryland, Baltimore County UMBC Volleyball redshirt freshman Natalie Harris earned her fourth America East Rookie of the Week honor of the season, the America East Conference announced Tuesday, October 20, 2026. Harris received the award after UMBC went 2-0 during the week covered by the announcement.
Harris averaged 3.86 kills per set during the week and led UMBC Volleyball with 15 kills in its sweep of New Hampshire on October 18 in Baltimore. New Hampshire entered the match in second place, according to the announcement.
Natalie Harris Produces During UMBC Volleyball’s 2-0 Week
Harris reached double figures in kills against New Hampshire while helping UMBC Volleyball complete the sweep. Her 3.86 kills per set led the statistical production cited in the America East announcement.
The honor is Harris’ fourth America East Rookie of the Week selection this season. She is a redshirt freshman for UMBC Volleyball and plays outside hitter.
UMBC Volleyball Hosts Bryant on October 24
UMBC Volleyball will host Bryant on October 24, 2026, at 1 p.m. The match is the team’s next listed event after the award announcement.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
Natalie Harris’ fourth America East Rookie of the Week honor follows a 2-0 week in which she averaged 3.86 kills per set. Her team-high 15 kills against New Hampshire provide the clearest statistical context for the recognition.
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