Northland International University sophomore guard
Katelyn Matthai won the NCCAA national Student-Athlete of the Week award for
her play during the week of November 28–December 4. Matthai averaged twenty-three points, eleven rebounds, three assists, and three steals in three games while leading the Lady
Pioneers to a 2–1 record last week. She had game
highs of twenty-three points, eleven rebounds, six assists, and six steals in wins against Kuyper
College (55–42) and Lincoln Christian University (60–44) and a loss against
NCAA III Finlandia University (45–51).
“Kate has been playing at a high level already this
season, and the games she had last week really indicate that,” said head coach
Paul Whitt. “She has been fun to watch, but none of it would be possible
without the hard work of her teammates as well. It’s also very impressive when
you consider she just completed her soccer season a few weeks ago and really
only had about three or four practices with the entire team. As good of a
basketball player as she is, by God’s grace, she’s a better person.”
The nominees are reviewed by the NCCAA Director of
Member Relations, and one player in each recognized sport for both Divisions I
and II is selected. In addition to athletic accomplishments, the recipient
exemplifies the Christian ideals held by the NCCAA.