The Rookie of the Year is awarded to the Heat student-athlete who demonstrates superior athletic achievement for a player in his or her first year of post-secondary competition, as designated by conference rules, with more weight given to those recognized at the conference and/or national level. Rookie candidates must also demonstrate good academic standing.
The award was first presented at the conclusion of the 2014-15 season.
Previous Recipients
- 2024-25 | Jack McCallum | Rugby
- 2023-24 | Jack Taylor | Volleyball
- 2022-23 | Seba Manuel | Volleyball
- 2021-22 | Zach van Geel | Volleyball
- 2019-20 | Pierson Stanley | Soccer
- 2018-19 | Hafith Moallin | Basketball
- 2017-18 | Caleb Funk | Volleyball
- 2016-17 | Kyle Hinchey | Volleyball
- 2015-16 | Eli Risso | Volleyball
- 2014-15 | Aldrich Berios | Basketball
