University of Northern Colorado Athletics
Gillian Walton Earns September Athlete of the Month Honors
10/5/2026 3:15:00 PM | General, Women's Volleyball
GREELEY, Colo. – Gillian Walton has been named the Northern Colorado Athletics Athlete of the Month for September following a standout month that helped the Bears establish themselves as one of the top teams in the Big Sky Conference.
Walton turned in a strong offensive performance throughout September, recording 158 kills across 12 matches while averaging 3.36 kills per set. The freshman outside hitter finished the month hitting .271 on 328 attacks, committing just 69 errors, while adding 28 total blocks, including one solo block.
Defensively, Walton contributed 38 digs, while consistently providing the Bears with an offensive spark throughout the month.
Her strong September also earned Walton Big Sky Offensive Player of the Week honors, recognizing her impact at the net and her continued production during conference play.
Walton's performance helped Northern Colorado build momentum as the Bears entered the heart of Big Sky play, with her offensive consistency serving as a key piece of the team's success throughout the month.
For more information, visit uncbears.com
Walton turned in a strong offensive performance throughout September, recording 158 kills across 12 matches while averaging 3.36 kills per set. The freshman outside hitter finished the month hitting .271 on 328 attacks, committing just 69 errors, while adding 28 total blocks, including one solo block.
Defensively, Walton contributed 38 digs, while consistently providing the Bears with an offensive spark throughout the month.
Her strong September also earned Walton Big Sky Offensive Player of the Week honors, recognizing her impact at the net and her continued production during conference play.
Walton's performance helped Northern Colorado build momentum as the Bears entered the heart of Big Sky play, with her offensive consistency serving as a key piece of the team's success throughout the month.
For more information, visit uncbears.com
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