NAIA Women's Basketball Players of the Week 2022-2023

Strategic Insights -

Grace Beyer, Health Sciences and Pharmacy (Mo.) led the way in the NAIA Women's Basketball Players of the Week for 2022-2023, earning recognition in multiple weeks for her outstanding individual performances. Beyer's consistency in dominating games, averaging impressive statistics, and breaking records caught the attention of the selection committee.

Key Takeaways:

  • Grace Beyer, Health Sciences and Pharmacy (Mo.), was named NAIA Women's Basketball Player of the Week for Weeks 3, 5, and 8 of the 2022-2023 season.
  • Beyer broke her own UHSP record with 59 points in a single game against Columbia, narrowly missing the NAIA record of 62.
  • In Week 3, Beyer scored 45 points and added four steals, three rebounds, and three assists in a 77-66 victory against Midland University (Neb.).
  • Beyer's impressive performances averaged her 42 points, 4.5 assists, 4.5 rebounds, and two steals over two games in Week 5.
  • The NAIA Player of the Week award winners are selected from a pool of conference and Independent Institution award winners, with each player evaluated on their performance during the week prior to the announcement.
  • Grace Beyer's consistent dominance in the 2022-2023 season showcased her exceptional skills as a basketball player, making her a top contender for future awards.
  • Alicia Porter, Cal Maritime (Calif.), was also recognized as NAIA Women's Basketball Player of the Week in Week 2 for her outstanding performance in scoring 41 points and posting a double-double.

Statistics:

  • Grace Beyer's record-breaking 59 points in a single game against Columbia on Thursday (no specific date mentioned).
  • Beyer's average statistics over two games (Week 5): 42 points, 4.5 assists, 4.5 rebounds, and two steals.
  • Alicia Porter's NAIA-leading scoring average (29.3 ppg) and her fifth double-double of the season.
  • The NAIA record of 62 points, narrowly missed by Beyer in her record-breaking performance.

Sources:

  • https://www.naia.org/sports/wbkb/2022-23/Releases/POTW
  • https://www.naia.org/sports/wbkb/2021-22/Releases/POTW
  • https://www.naia.org/sports/wbkb/2020-21/Releases/POTW