WASHINGTON - Bella Marrero of American University volleyball has been named the Eagle of the Week for AU Athletics after her impressive efforts defensively helped lift her team to their sixth and seventh straight wins. The Eagles remain undefeated in the Patriot League with a 6-0 record after a 3-1 win over Loyola Maryland, and a 3-0 sweep of Navy.

Marrero averaged 4.43 digs per set for the weekend, posting 17 kills in just three sets against Navy, and 14 kills in the win over Loyola Maryland. She also served up two aces against the Greyhounds, and recorded seven assists for the week. Marrero ranks third in the Patriot League this season with 4.35 digs per set, but in conference matches only, her 5.04 digs per set lead all players in the league.

2026-27 Eagle of the Week