Weekly Highlights in Women’s Basketball

This week’s standout player in women’s collegiate basketball has been Raegan Beers from Oklahoma, recognized for her exceptional performance. Beers, who transferred from Oregon State, showcased her skills by shooting an impressive 70.4% during the week. Notably, she became the first player from the Sooners in 16 years to achieve back-to-back games with over 20 points and 14 rebounds. In a remarkable display, she scored 26 points against Virginia, surpassing the 1,000 career points milestone in just her 63rd game.

In the runner-up position is Olivia Miles from Notre Dame. After sitting out the previous season due to a knee injury, Miles made a significant comeback, starting this season with a triple-double. Her performance against Mercyhurst included 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists, securing a win for her team. She followed this up with a solid 17-point game against Purdue, notably sinking a remarkable 55-foot shot as the third quarter concluded.

The honorable mentions for this week include Destiny Adams from Rutgers, Kitty Henderson from Columbia, and Molly Kaiser from New Mexico State. Each of these players has contributed significantly to their respective teams, demonstrating impressive skills and determination on the court.

Also worth highlighting is Jade Hill, a guard for St. Thomas, who achieved a personal best by scoring 35 points in an exciting 84-81 overtime victory against Milwaukee. Hill’s performance set a Division I-era record for the program, which moved up from Division III in 2021. Her pivotal moment came when she made the game-tying shot with just 26 seconds left in regular time, and a crucial steal led to her team earning the winning free throws.

As the season progresses, keep an eye on these athletes and their journey, as they continue to break records and set new standards in women’s college basketball.