Clayton named OAC Defensive Player of the Week

The Ohio Athletic Conference has named sophomore Katharine Clayton as the Defensive Player of the Week for her outstanding performances in matches against Mount Union, Otterbein, and #15 Case Western Reserve.

In the match against Mount Union, Clayton led the Muskingum defense with 20 digs (5 per set), along with two assists, a service ace, and a kill. She continued her strong performance with 23 digs (7.7 per set) and three assists in a 3-0 sweep against Otterbein. Clayton’s stellar play carried on against #15 Case Western Reserve, where she recorded 25 digs (5 per set), three assists, and three service aces, leading the Muskies to a thrilling five-set victory. Over the three matches, she accumulated a total of 68 digs (5.7 per set), eight assists, and four service aces.

For the season, Clayton has recorded 289 digs (4.01 per set), 80 assists, and 19 service aces.