SAINT PAUL, Minn. – Senior Jenna Anderson (Bemidji, Minn./Bemidji) of the Yellowjacket volleyball team was recognized for the eighth time this season as the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference's defensive player of the week, the league announced Tuesday.
 
Anderson claimed a new high-water mark during last week's UMAC matches. She garnered 24 digs in a four-set victory against Martin Luther before finishing Saturday's match with 44, breaking her previous career best of 43. She capped the regular season with 746 digs on the season, while pacing the 'Jackets to leading all of NCAA Division III in total digs and ranking second in digs per set.
 
The Yellowjackets host the league's semifinal match Wednesday, taking on Minnesota Morris. The opening serve is slated for 7 p.m. inside Mertz Mortorelli Gym.