Mariana Rodriguez, Brevard - The sophomore defensive specialist from Houston, Texas averaged 6.33 digs per set as the Tornados posted a 1-1 record last week versus USA South competition. In a 3-0 win over Agnes Scott, Rodriguez totaled 19 digs, three service aces, two assists and one kill. In a 3-0 loss to Covenant, Rodriguez posted 19 digs and one service ace. Also Nominated: Maddie Barga, Methodist; Abby Benton, William Peace; Sam Butensky, N.C. Wesleyan; Madison Cash, Mary Baldwin; Alonna Clouse, Pfeiffer; Kayce Jo Harris, Greensboro; Zamyiah Mangum, Averett; Emily Moore, Covenant; Kathryn O'Connell, Salem; Bailie Parker, Berea; Lauren Phillips, Meredith; April Reese, Huntingdon; Natalie Watts, Maryville.