IRVING, Texas (March 7, 2021) – On the heels of winning its first conference regular-season title in program history, the University of South Florida women's basketball team made another statement when the American Athletic Conference announced its postseason award winners, and six Bulls – including head coach Jose Fernandez – were honored following a vote by the league's head coaches.
Fernandez was named the AAC Coach of the Year, while Elisa Pinzan was tabbed the league's Most Improved Player. Maria Alvarez was chosen as the Co-Sixth Player of the Year.