WASHINGTON, D.C - Redshirt junior Zahirah Walton has been named the Atlantic 10 Player of the Week for the third time this season for her performance vs. Dayton on December 31.

Walton posted 25 points on 70% shooting, including 10-13 from the free throw line vs. the Flyers on New Years Eve. She scored 14 of those points in the fourth quarter to secure the Patriots' 74-59 victory. Walton also scored four rebounds and dished out four assists. 

The Patriots went 2-0 last week, continuing their undefeated streak in conference play, and stretching their overall record to 8-6 on the season.