WICHITA, Kan. - Freshman forward Shyia Smith has been named the American Athletic Conference Freshman of the Week, it was announced by the league office Monday afternoon.
The Idabel, Okla., native led the Shockers to their lone win of the week last Tuesday against Grambling State - the annual Kids Day Game. WSU defeated the Tigers, 70-61, behind Smith's team-high 15 points (9-of-11 from the free throw line) and eight rebounds. She set new season highs in rebounds (8), free throws made (9) and attempted (11).
Over her last two games, Smith has scored 32 points and pulled down 11 boards.