Fayetteville, N.C. - The USA South Athletic Conference has released its weekly awards for March 17th, with a trio of Battling Bishops earning accolades. Junior Peter Hviid of men's tennis garnered Player of the Week honors, while freshmen Elias Kerem and Natalia Lopez were named men's and women's tennis Rookies of the Week, respectively.

Men's Tennis Player of the Week
Peter Hviid, N.C. Wesleyan - The junior from Gentofte, Denmark earned a 2-0 record at both the #2 singles and #1 doubles positions last week versus USA South opponents Methodist and Ferrum. His singles victory versus regionally-ranked Methodist earned the overall match win for the team. In doubles, Hviid teamed with Mikhail Konnov to collect the victories.

Men's Tennis Rookie of the Week
Elias Kerem, N.C. Wesleyan - The freshman from Stockholm, Sweden earned a 2-0 record at both the #4 singles and #2 doubles positions last week versus USA South opponents Ferrum and regionally-ranked Methodist. In doubles, Kerem teamed with Eduardo Ugalde to earn the wins. This is his second recognition of the season.

Women's Tennis Rookie of the Week
Natalia Lopez, N.C. Wesleyan - The freshman from Maracaibo, Venezuela earned a 2-0 record at both the #1 singles and doubles spots last week and remains undefeated on the season. Lopez earned singles wins over opponents from USA South foes Ferrum and regionally-ranked Methodist. In doubles action, Lopez and teammate Katie Beeman earned the two victories. This is her second award of the season.

Congratulations to all three athletes on their stellar performances!