The University of Maryland, Baltimore County women’s volleyball team received two America East weekly honors after sweeping NJIT on October 4, 2026. Hannah Howard was named Defensive Player of the Week, while Claudia Llamas earned Player of the Week honors.
Howard Adds Another Defensive Honor
Howard received the America East Defensive Player of the Week award for the second time during the 2026 season and the 12th time in her career. She recorded 18 digs against NJIT and anchored a defense that held the opponent to a .081 hitting percentage.
Llamas Delivers Efficient Performance
Llamas earned the second America East Player of the Week honor of her career. Against NJIT, she averaged 4.67 kills and 1.67 blocks per set, recorded 14 kills and hit .462.
University of Maryland, Baltimore County Women’s Volleyball Schedule
The University of Maryland, Baltimore County women’s volleyball team is scheduled to play at Binghamton on October 9, 2026, at 7 p.m. The match is the team’s next scheduled contest following the sweep of NJIT.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
Howard and Llamas provided complementary performances in the sweep of NJIT. Howard led the defensive effort with 18 digs, while Llamas produced efficient offensive and blocking numbers as the University of Maryland, Baltimore County women’s volleyball team prepares for its match at Binghamton.
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