BOSTON - America East announced Monday that University of Maine freshman guard Sam Ihekwoaba has been named the league's Rookie of the Week after he scored nine points on 3-for-3 shooting from three point range at Columbia University.
 
The Orlando, Florida native recorded three three-pointers in Maine's Saturday night contest in New York. Ihekwoaba also grabbed two rebounds during the non-conference contest. This is the freshman's first career conference award.
 
The Black Bears will travel to Quinnipiac College this Saturday. Tip-off is scheduled for 2:00 pm.
 
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