Thompson had an outstanding defensive week, posting 119 digs for an average of 7.44 digs per game over four-matches at the Duquesne/Robert Morris Invitational last weekend. The senior libero opened the season with 29 digs in a loss to Eastern Kentucky (3-2), and then recorded an astonishing 46 digs in a setback to Akron (3-1). Thompson helped pace RMU to wins over Seton Hall (3-1) and Georgia State (3-0) with 30 and 14 digs, respectively, to close out the tournament. She also added two aces on the weekend with one each coming against Akron and Seton Hall. Her 46 digs compiled against Akron rank among the top five in the NCAA record book for a 4-game match. The returning all-conference performer ended last season ranked 11th in the nation in digs.