DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Forward Nickerline Montina was named The Sun Conference women’s basketball Player of the Week for the week ending Nov. 14, the league office announced on Monday. A native of Miami, Fla., the junior led the St. Thomas Lady Bobcats to a 1-1 record at the Morris College Tournament, averaging 22.5 points, seven rebounds and 1.5 steals in two games.
Against Tennessee Wesleyan, Montina played all 40 minutes in a tough 65-64 loss. She put up 27 points on 10-of-19 shooting from the field and 7-of-8 free throws, and collected six rebounds, one assist and a steal. The following evening, she turned in an 18-point, eight-rebound, two-assist performance to lead the Bobcats to a 73-68 victory over Brenau. Montina was also named to the All-Tournament team.
Other Nominees:
Sudanne Stewart, Florida Memorial
Candace Smith, Warner
Denise Derland, Northwood
Emily Huber, Ave Maria