Defensive Player of the Week
Charlotte O’Keefe #1 – Senior (UTRGV)
6’3” | Overland Park, KS
Charlotte O’Keefe earns Defensive Player of the Week honors after posting a dominant performance on the glass and at the rim in UTRGV’s 78–65 win over Southeastern Louisiana on Thursday, January 15.
The senior recorded 22 rebounds, including 15 defensive boards, anchoring the paint for the Vaqueros. O’Keefe added four blocks and three steals while logging 35 minutes, consistently disrupting Southeastern Louisiana’s offensive rhythm and limiting second-chance opportunities. Her defensive production played a key role in UTRGV securing the double-digit victory.
Sixth Player of the Week
Imari Berry #2 – Sophomore (Louisville)
5’10” | Clarksville, TN
Imari Berry claims Sixth Player of the Week recognition following a standout outing in Louisville’s 88–80 overtime win at NC State on Sunday, January 18.
Berry delivered 33 points and 12 rebounds, recording a double-double while shooting an efficient 14-for-23 (60.9%) from the field. She also knocked down 3-of-5 from beyond the arc and was perfect from the free throw line at 2-for-2. In addition to her scoring, Berry contributed three steals and two assists over 37 minutes, providing a major spark and consistent production in a road overtime victory.
Freshman of the Week
Alyssa Koerkenmeier #34 – Freshman (Saint Louis)
6’6” | Saint Rose, IL
Alyssa Koerkenmeier earns Freshman of the Week honors after a strong two-game stretch for Saint Louis that featured efficient scoring and rim protection.
On Wednesday, January 14, Koerkenmeier recorded 20 points and 13 rebounds in a 66–57 road win at La Salle, adding a steal and a block while shooting 6-for-11 from the field in 34 minutes.
She followed that performance on Sunday, January 18, with 12 points, 11 rebounds, and six blocks in a 62–58 win over Dayton, while also contributing a steal and two assists across 38 minutes.
Across the two games, Koerkenmeier totaled 32 points, 24 rebounds, seven blocks, and two steals, shooting 62.5% from the field (10-for-16) while playing 72 minutes, showcasing consistent production on both ends of the floor.
Offensive Player of the Week & Player of the Week
Priscilla Williams #23 – Senior (Jacksonville)
6’2” | Houston, TX
Priscilla Williams takes home both Offensive Player of the Week and Player of the Week honors following an exceptional two-game performance for Jacksonville.
Williams poured in 44 points in Jacksonville’s 96–86 overtime win over Central Arkansas on Thursday, January 15. She added eight rebounds, three steals, and three blocks, while shooting 10-for-20 from the field, 4-for-7 from three, and an impressive 20-for-22 from the free throw line in 38 minutes.
She continued her strong week on Saturday, January 17, recording 25 points and 20 rebounds against North Alabama, along with four blocks and two assists, logging another 38 minutes.
For the week, Williams totaled 69 points and 28 rebounds, along with seven blocks and four steals, while shooting 46.7% from the field, 50% from three, and 84% from the free throw line across 76 minutes, making her the standout performer of the week.
