Siena Water Polo freshman Catherine Williamson has been named the 2024 MAAC Water Polo Rookie of the Year, and also received Second Team All-MAAC honors, becoming the second player in program history to achieve this and the first to win the award outright. Williamson led the team offensively with 68 goals and 13 assists for a total of 81 points during the season, boasting a .531 shot percentage and obtaining various weekly honors.

By the Numbers
  • 68 goals and 13 assists for a total of 81 points
  • .531 shot percentage
  • 39 exclusions drawn, 36 steals, and 10 field blocks
  • 13 hat tricks, including two seven-goal performances
State of Play
  • Williamson is the first Saint to take home a MAAC major award since 2012
  • Siena placed six athletes on the MAAC All-Academic Team for the second straight year
  • 78 athletes comprised the 2023 MAAC Water Polo All-Academic Team
Bottom Line

Catherine Williamson's outstanding performance has earned her the 2024 MAAC Water Polo Rookie of the Year, showcasing her as a rising star in the sport.