NEWARK, NJ -- Freshman Paige Eckert earned her first career America East Rookie of the Week honor, as announced by the league office Monday morning. 

A native of Warrington, Pennsylvania, and graduate of Archbishop Wood High School, Eckert helped lead the charge in NJIT's dominant win, 3-0, over LIU on Thursday. The forward scored a goal and contributed an assist, firing off five of NJIT's 27 shots in the contest. Eckert netted her second goal of the season in the 80th minute, and assisted on the first career goal for fellow freshman and Bucks County, Pa., native Brianna Garyah. 

Eckert has made an instant impact on the program since arriving on campus this summer. Starting all eight games that NJIT has played in 2026, Eckert is the team leader in points (6) with two goals and two assists. 

Next Up
Eckert and the Highlanders open up America East Conference play, hosting New Hampshire on Sunday at 1pm. It will also be Senior Day. 

Fans are encouraged to come out and support the Highlanders as they continue their 2026 campaign on their home field. Tickets are available at njittix.com.

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