WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - Laniya Rouse and Ilyana Smith from the Winston-Salem State University softball team have garned Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) weekly honors for week 11, the league announced Tuesday afternoon.

Offensive Player of the Week - Laniya Rouse, Winston-Salem State University 
Sophomore outfielder Laniya Rouse delivered a strong all-around performance for Winston-Salem State University, leading the Rams at the plate during the week. Rouse went 3 for 7 with a double, one RBI, two runs scored, and a stolen base while not recording a strikeout. 

Her top performance came in Game 2 against Livingstone College, where she went 2 for 4 with a double, an RBI, and two runs scored in a 10 to 2 victory on April 24. 
Defensively, Rouse was just as reliable, posting a perfect fielding percentage with two catches, one putout, and one assist. Her contributions on both sides of the game helped drive Winston-Salem State University's success during the week. 

Defensive and Rookie of the Week - Ilyana Smith, Winston-Salem State University 
Freshman utility player Ilyana Smith delivered a standout all-around performance for Winston-Salem State University, earning both Defensive and Rookie of the Week honors.  
Defensively, Smith posted a perfect 1.000 fielding percentage, recording 12 catches, five putouts, and seven assists across the week. 
She highlighted her defensive efforts with a season high eight catches, including five catches in Game 1 of a 4 to 1 victory against Livingstone College, showcasing her consistency and ability to make key plays. 

At the plate, Smith went 3 for 6 with a double, two RBI, one run scored, and a stolen base while not recording a strikeout. Her top performance came in Game 2 against Livingstone College, where she went 2 for 4 with a double, two RBI, one run scored, and a stolen base in a 10 to 2 victory on April 24. 
Smith's ability to impact the game on both sides played a key role in Winston-Salem State University's success during the week. 

The Rams will closeout the regular season at Shaw on Friday, May 1 and host Clafin for senior day on May 2. Both games will start at 1:00 p.m.