Utah State’s Loryn Helgesen Earns Student-Athlete of the Week Honors

LOGAN, Utah – Utah State volleyball sophomore opposite side hitter loryn Helgesen has been named the America First Credit Union USU Student-Athlete of the Week for the period ending on sunday, November 16. The award is voted on by a state-wide media panel.

With their sponsorship of the student-athlete of the week, America First Credit Union donates funds directly to support student-athlete scholarships.

Helgesen’s Performance in the NCAA Tournament

Helgesen, from Kaysville, Utah, led the Aggies during a pair of matches last week at the NCAA Tournament, including a first-round upset of seventh-seeded Tennessee (3-2) and a loss to second-seeded Arizona state (3-1).

Dominating Performance Against Tennessee

against the Volunteers, Helgesen finished with 14 kills on a .308 hitting percentage. She tied for the team lead with four blocks and added seven digs, one ace, and one assist. This performance was crucial in securing the upset victory.

Strong Showing Against Arizona State

Helgesen continued her notable form against the Sun Devils, recording 19 kills on a .429 hitting percentage – both team highs.She also contributed three digs and one block.

Impact and Recognition

Helgesen’s consistent performance throughout the NCAA Tournament matches highlights her importance to the Utah State volleyball team. Her ability to deliver key kills and contribute defensively makes her a valuable asset.

Key Takeaways

• Loryn Helgesen was named USU student-Athlete of the Week.
• Her performance was pivotal in Utah State’s first-round NCAA Tournament upset of Tennessee.
• Helgesen recorded impressive statistics against both Tennessee and Arizona State.
• America First Credit Union’s sponsorship supports student-athlete scholarships.

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Looking ahead, Helgesen’s continued development will be key for the Utah State volleyball team as they strive for further success in future seasons. Her leadership and skill set position her as a player to watch in the Mountain West Conference.