LEXINGTON, Ky. – Alabama freshman Alyiah Wells was recognized for her stellar debut season with the Crimson Tide, earning Honorable Mention All-South Region honors from the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA).

The Memphis, Tenn., native is Alabama's 14th honoree since the All-Region designation began in 2007 and its first since Quincey Gary earned the honor in 2018. Wells started all 29 matches during her debut campaign at middle blocker with a team-leading .316 hitting percentage. Her 109 blocks led all SEC freshmen and ranked fifth overall, helping her earn SEC All-Freshman distinction.

All-Region honorees are now eligible to earn AVCA All-America accolades, which will be announced later this month. The winners will be honored at the AVCA All-America/Players of the Year banquet in conjunction with the group's annual convention Dec. 18-21 in Pittsburgh, Pa.

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