Huihui-Martinez honored with prestigious award at St. Michael’s College

Nicole Huihui-Martinez earned one of the highest sports awards at St. Michael’s College in Vermont, as she was named the George Joc Jacobs winner.

The award recognizes individuals who make an outstanding contribution to athletics at St. Michael’s College.

Returning from an injury that kept her out her entire junior season, Huihui-Martinez helped lead St. Michael’s to the playoffs this past fall as a defensive specialist and team captain.

During her three-year career on the court, the former Notre Dame of Salinas multi-sport athlete collected 417 digs, averaging 2.10 digs a set. She also had 35 service aces and 72 assists.

A health-science major, Huihui-Martinez compiled a 3.92 grade point average at St. Michael’s, collecting 11 academic awards.