DALLAS – NM State volleyball student-athlete Katrina Catalan has been named to the Conference USA All-Academic Team, the league office announced Friday. 

Catalan earns the honor after maintaining a perfect 4.000 cumulative GPA while pursuing a degree in Management. A Crimson Scholar, the junior has consistently demonstrated a commitment to academic excellence throughout her career as an Aggie. Her achievements in the classroom earned her a spot on the 2026 Conference USA All-Academic Team, where she is one of just 11 student-athletes recognized and the lone Aggie selected this season. 

In addition to her success in the classroom, Catalan has played a pivotal role for NM State on the court during the 2026 campaign. Appearing in 27 matches and 107 sets, she ranks second on the team with 509 assists while averaging 4.76 assists per set to help orchestrate the Aggie offense. 

The setter has also made her presence felt in multiple facets of the game, totaling 208 digs and 28 service aces on the season. Catalan is one of just five Aggies to record at least 100 digs and 20 service aces this year, showcasing her versatility and all-around impact. 

NM State will close out the regular season next weekend with a final road trip to Miami, Fla., where it will take on FIU in a two-match Conference USA series. First serve is set for 4 p.m. MT on Friday, Nov. 13, before the teams return to the court for the regular-season finale at 11 a.m. MT on Saturday, Nov. 14. Both matches will be streamed on ESPN+, with live stats and additional coverage available at NMStateSports.com. 

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