Fayetteville, N.C. - The USA South Athletic Conference has released its weekly awards for November 4th, and two Battling Bishops earned honors in their respective sports. Freshman Travonne Marshall was tabbed the league's Defensive Rookie of the Week in football, while freshman Tori Stewart was named Rookie of the Week in volleyball.

Football Offensive Rookie of the Week
Travonne Marshall, N.C. Wesleyan - The Tarboro, North Carolina freshman defensive back recorded a team-high seven total tackles and two interceptions in the Bishops' 33-16 win over USA South foe Ferrum. Marshall tallied six solo tackles and one assisted takedown while returning his two picks for a total of 15 yards. 

Volleyball Rookie of the Week
Tori Stewart, N.C. Wesleyan - The freshman outside hitter from Purcellville, Virginia averaged 3.1 kills, 2.1 digs, 1.4 blocks and 0.9 service aces per set as the Bishops posted a 2-1 record versus USA South competition last week. In a 3-2 win over Methodist, Stewart recorded 16 kills, eight blocks, seven digs, five service aces and one assist. In a 3-0 loss to Piedmont, Stewart tallied nine kills, eight digs, two blocks, one assist and one service ace. Finally, in a 3-0 win over William Peace, Stewart totaled nine kills, eight digs, five blocks, four service aces and one assist.

Congratulations to Travonne and Tori on their stellar performances!