NEW YORK - Xavier freshman infielder Ryan Altenberger was named to the BIG EAST Weekly Honor Roll for the first time in his career on Monday after helping XU to a series sweep over the weekend against Miami (OH).
The Morton, Ill. native hit .462 (6-for-13) in three starts with seven runs scored, two homers and 13 total bases as Xavier out-scored the RedHawks 20-6.
Altenberger led the team in runs scored, batting average and total bases. He also stole a base and played error-free in the field with 11 putouts and five assists.