Carter Earns NJCAA Region III Athlete of the Week Honors

Carter Earns NJCAA Region III Athlete of the Week Honors

Herkimer College sophomore Amiya Carter (Newark, N.J.) has been named the NJCAA Region III Athlete of the Week for the period of January 5–11, 2026, following a strong week that helped lead the Generals to a 2–1 record against a challenging schedule that included two Division II opponents.

Herkimer College sophomore Amiya Carter (Newark, N.J.) has been named the NJCAA Region III Athlete of the Week for the period of January 5–11, 2026, following a strong week that helped lead the Generals to a 2–1 record against a challenging schedule that included two Division II opponents.

Carter averaged 14.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 2.0 steals per game over the three contests, making her presence felt on both ends of the floor. Her offensive consistency and defensive pressure played a key role in the Generals' success throughout the week.

She turned in her top performance against SUNY Niagara, scoring a team-high 23 points while providing steady leadership and energy throughout the game.

Carter's well-rounded play and ability to rise against strong competition continue to be a driving force for the Generals as the season moves forward.