Paige Havel, junior middle blocker from Giddings, Texas, has been named SCAC Volleyball Defensive Player-of-the-Week for matches played from Tuesday, September 7 through Sunday, September 12.

Havel finished the weekend with 14 total blocks, averaging 1.27 blocks per set, as St. Thomas posted a perfect 3-0 mark at the Hendrix (Ark.) College Invitational. She had a game-high eight blocks, including five solo, in the Celts' 3-2 victory over the host Warriors. She was named to the All-Tournament team for her efforts. For the season, Havel is leading the SCAC in blocks, averaging 1.38 per set. 

Havel and the Celts are red-hot after this weekends' sweep. They currently have won five consecutive games to close out non-conference play and look to continue their winning ways heading into conference.