Freshman Jamie Cornatzer of Meredith College earned USA South Rookie Field Athlete of the Week honors after a strong showing at the VMI Winter Classic. The Cooleemee, North Carolina native competed in two events and delivered solid marks across the board, posting a season-best 13.38 meters in the weight throw and adding a 10.92-meter toss in the shot put. Cornatzer's performance highlighted her versatility and immediate impact in the field events, setting a strong tone for her freshman indoor season.