USC's Juju Watkins, Saniyah Hall earn Big Ten honors for opening week
After an impressive first week of the season for the Women of Troy, two USC players took home Big Ten honors
USC's women's basketball team kicked off the 2026-2027 season with impressive victories, scoring 100 points or more in their first two games. The Big Ten conference recognized the Trojans' stellar performance by awarding multiple honors to their players.
Juju Watkins emerged as the league's Co-Player of the Week, showing her prowess upon returning to the court after a three-month absence. In her debut game against Utah State, Watkins delivered an outstanding performance, tallying 32 points, 16 rebounds, six assists, and five steals.
Saniyah Hall, a freshman, earned the Freshman of the Week accolade. Hall's impressive scoring continued, netting 20 or more points in each of her first two games. The Trojans will face off against College of the Charleston at Galen Center on Tuesday night at 7:30 p.m. Pacific time, with the match broadcast on Big Ten Network.
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