CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Charlotte volleyball's Yumi Garcia recorded her first weekly honor from C-USA capturing the league's defensive player of the week nod after opening weekend. Garcia earned all-tournament team honors after an 82-dig performance over three matches.
"We are thrilled to see Yumi honored for her work this weekend," remarked Head Coach Karen Weatherington. "Her diligence and tenacity set the tone for the team sweeping the Charlotte Invitational for the first time since 2013. A 7.45 dig average against fast, offensive teams is an outstanding elite level performance. She surpassed the national average in one weekend and she's just getting started.