Schmidt was instrumental in the Mount's 2-0 week that included the school's first-ever win over a ranked opponent and the MAAC opener against Canisius. The sophomore attack, who sat out his freshman season, had two goals and two assists in the Mount's 19-13 win at Robert Morris. He followed with three goals and three assists for a career-high six points in the Mount's 13-6 win over Canisius. This is his first NEC Rookie of the Week accolade.