BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Freshman setter Kamrynn Clay was named the Southwestern Athletic Conference Newcomer of the Week, the conference office announced Wednesday afternoon.

Clay, a freshman out of South Hedwig, Texas played a pivotal role in the Lady Hornets' five-set wins over Arkansas-Pine Bluff and Grambling State to open SWAC play.

Clay tallied 53 assists and averaged 5.30 assists per set. The freshman also sported a .414 set percentage and added three service aces.

On the defensive side, Clay recorded 19 digs.

In the win over Grambling, Clay totaled 30 assists and, in the victory over UAPB, Clay finished with 23 assists.

The Lady Hornets return to action this weekend at Florida A&M (Oct. 4) and Bethune-Cookman (Oct. 6).