Heidi Williams, a sophomore on the University of Maryland, Baltimore County women’s basketball team, earned a spot on the America East Preseason All-Conference Team after a productive freshman season. A native of Prince George’s County, Maryland, Williams played in all 32 games and made 20 starts for the Retrievers.
Williams was also named to the America East All-Rookie Team and earned America East Rookie of the Week honors six times, tying Sara Tarbert for the most in program history.
Williams posted strong freshman numbers
She averaged 9.5 points, 5.3 rebounds and 1.8 steals per game as a freshman. Williams scored in double figures 15 times and set a career high with 22 points on January 24 against UMass Lowell.
Williams recorded three double-doubles, including one against Notre Dame (Md.) and two against UAlbany. She scored the seventh-most points, recorded the fourth-most steals and made the seventh-most field goals in UMBC freshman history.
Retrievers open 2026-27 season Nov. 2
Williams and the Retrievers are scheduled to open the 2026-27 season against Stevenson on Nov. 2. The season opener will begin Williams’ sophomore campaign following her selection to the America East Preseason All-Conference Team.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
Williams enters her sophomore season with returning production and significant conference recognition. Her six Rookie of the Week honors tied a program record, while her freshman averages and 32-game participation provide a clear statistical foundation for the preseason honor.
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