A stellar effort in the only Grand Rapids match of the week has led to league honors for Emiliya Dimitrova, who has been chosen as the latest Pro Volleyball Federation Player of the Week.
The opposite hitter turned in an impressive performance as the Rise regained first place in the league with a 3-2 home victory over the Atlanta Vibe. She recorded a match-high 26 kills while having only three attack errors on 58 swings for a season-best .397 hitting percentage.
The native of Shuman, Bulgaria added two blocks and an ace for a total of 29 points – tied for the second-most individual points in a league match. She also had 22 digs versus Atlanta to notch her third double-double of the year.
For the season, Dimitrova has 66 kills – with at least 12 in every match. She also boasts 57 total digs, with at least eight in each outing. The Rise return to action on Friday, February 23 when they travel to face San Diego in the Mojo's first home match of the year.
Pro Volleyball Federation action continues on Wednesday when Columbus hosts Omaha in its first home match of the 2024 campaign. Fans can purchase tickets now via links on the schedule of the official Pro Volleyball Federation website.
2024 Weekly Awards
Date Player
February 20 Emiliya Dimitrova, Grand Rapids, OPP
February 13 Adora Anae, Orlando Valkyries, OH
February 6 Leah Edmond, Atlanta Vibe, OH
January 30 Alli Linnehan, Atlanta Vibe, OH