UMBC Women’s Volleyball’s Hannah Howard earned her fourth America East Defensive Player of the Week honor of the 2026 season and the 14th of her career, the conference announced Oct. 27.
Howard recorded her first career double-double during a five-set win over Bryant. She finished the match with 26 digs and a career-best 12 assists.
Howard Adds to America East Honors
The recognition gives Howard four America East Defensive Player of the Week awards this season. It also marks the 14th award of her career in the category.
UMBC Women’s Volleyball Hosts Coppin State
UMBC Women’s Volleyball will host Coppin State on Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 5 p.m. The match will serve as a Faculty and Staff Appreciation Match.
UMBC faculty and staff can receive two free tickets to the match.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
Howard’s latest America East honor follows a five-set performance in which she combined 26 digs with a career-best 12 assists. Her four weekly awards this season and 14 career honors highlight the defensive impact she has made for UMBC Women’s Volleyball.
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