Big Week Sets Up Baxter for Conference Accolades

By Mike DeVader, Reinhardt Director of Athletic Communications & Media

ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Carlee Baxter, who was the focal point of the offense last week for the Eagles by tallying 155 total assists, was chosen as the Appalachian Athletic Conference (AAC) Setter of the Week, the league revealed Monday.
 
She also helped out in other areas of the court as well, adding 39 digs and 16 kills while hitting .419 with four aces.
 
This is the 10th edition of the weekly honors for the 2018 season. The next set of awards will be announced on Nov. 5.
 
AAC Setter Player of the Week
Carlee Baxter - Reinhardt - Jr. - Daytona Beach, Fla.
 

• Averaged 9.69 assists per set with 155 in 16 sets.
• Posted a high of 39 against Cumberlands (Ky.) in a 3-0 victory.
• Also had 16 kills, 39 digs, 4 aces, and 2 total blocks.
• Recorded two double-doubles.
• This is her first weekly award this season.

 
The club heads to the Carolinas for the final three Appalachian Athletic Conference matches of the year in hopes of claiming back-to-back league championships.
 
Reinhardt can take a big step towards that goal on Nov. 1 against Allen (S.C.) at 6:30 p.m.
 
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