Knight, a center fielder and leadoff hitter for the top-ranked Lady Vols, recorded a .923 slugging percentage and two stolen bases during the tournament hosted by UAB. She also hit a RBI double in a 4-for-4 performance against Southern Illinois. This season, Knight boasts a .543 batting average with 18 runs, seven walks and 10 stolen bases.
Her selection marks the third consecutive week a Tennessee player has earned a SEC weekly honor, with Karlyn Pickens and Erin Nuwer previously named SEC Pitcher of the Week. Knight is the first Lady Vol to receive SEC Player of the Week recognition since Rylie West on Feb. 12, 2024.