Sophia Nowacki Award Defensive Player of the Week Week Of 9/15/2026 Sport Women's Volleyball School Christian Brothers Year Sophomore Position Hometown East Chicago, IN High School Helped Christian Brothers to a 3-1 week at the CBU Patriot Day Classic earning wins over Southern New Hampshire, Claflin and Miles. Totaled 87 digs over four matches, averaging 6.21 per set. Had a weekend-high 25 digs in a four-setter over Claflin. Contributed to the offense with 25 assists. First CBU player to earn GSC Defensive Player of the Week honors since Maggie Sorensen on Oct. 14, 2014.