Ariadna Pereles was named the OVC Defensive Player of the Week, the league announced today. This marks her third OVC weekly award of the season after being named the DPOW on September 28th and October 12th. In 2025, she was named DPOW twice.  

In the sweep over Western Illinois, Ariadna Pereles totaled 32 digs (5.33 DPS) in the two matches. On Thursday, she led the way for EIU with 14 digs (4,67 DPS), two service aces, and two assists. 

In the Friday sweep, Pereles had a match-best 18 digs (6.00 DPS).  

She currently ranks first in the OVC in digs with 353 on the year (4.47 DPS/S).