NEW YORK – Two underclassmen have been recognized as the BIG EAST Softball Player and Pitcher of the Week. Villanova sophomore infielder Julia DaCosta was named Player of the Week, while Providence newcomer Daniela Alvarez took home Pitcher of the Week honors. The Wildcats went 4-2 over the past week, and the Friars secured a 5-1 record over the same span. These are the first awards for each athlete this season.
BIG EAST Player of the Week
Julia DaCosta, Villanova, So., INF (North Attleboro, Mass.)
DaCosta led the league in batting average at .