Freshman Sophia VanRaalte notched a career high 23 points to go along with 11 rebounds for a huge double-double in Redeemer University’s 71-65 win over Conestoga College. VanRaalte was one of just six players to play for Redeemer in the win, and she stepped up in every way to help the Royals earn their first win in the early season. The native of Ancaster, Ontario, Canada shot over 40% while hitting eight free throws and added two crucial blocks on the defensive end in the win.
Stats on the week: 23.0 PPG, 11.0 RPG, 1.0 APG, 1.0 SPG, 2.0 BPG, 41.1% (FG)
Nominees: Kali Briar, Sterling College; Keara Mattingley, College of the Ozarks; Kate Miller, Nelson University; Maddy Poynter, Grace College; Talayah Thomas, Mid-America Christian University; Sophia VanRaalte, Redeemer University