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 RecipientsÂ
- 2024-25 | Olivia Boulding & Sophie Hamilton | Volleyball & Cross Country
- 2023-24 | Julia Alexander-Carew | Golf
- 2022-23 | Khushi Hooda | Golf
- 2021-22 | Lauren McNeil | Cross Country
- 2019-20 | Amaya Perry | Volleyball
- 2018-19 | Samantha Copeland | Golf
- 2017-18 | Kate Johnson | Basketball
- 2016-17 | Â Sara McCreary | Volleyball
- 2015-16 | Joella Koblischke | Soccer
- 2014-15 | Vanessa Botteselle & Courtney Hemmerling | Basketball & Soccer
