TCU center Sedona Prince made history by becoming the first Horned Frog to be named a finalist for the Lisa Leslie Award, given to the best center in women's college basketball. Despite her finger injury, Prince averaged 21.2 points, 10.6 rebounds and 3.3 blocks in her first 14 games of the 2023-24 season. She transferred from Oregon State and helped TCU to a 14-0 start.
why is it important
Prince's nomination for the Lisa Leslie Award highlights her outstanding performance and impact on TCU's basketball program and underscores her importance to the sport and recognition as a top center.
Look at the numbers
- Prince averaged 21.2 points, 10.6 rebounds and 3.3 blocks in the first 14 games of the season.
- The Lisa Leslie Award has been presented annually since the 2017-18 season.
playing situation
- TCU's starting point guard Jaden Owens suffered a torn ACL and meniscus, and guard Madison Conner missed the game with a knee injury.
conclusion
Prince's exceptional performance and nomination for the Lisa Leslie Award highlight her tremendous contributions to TCU's basketball program and her recognition as a top center in the sport, highlighting her potential to make team history doing.