ATLANTA, GA – The Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) announced weekly honors for men's and women's basketball on Tuesday, February 6. In this celebration of on-court successes, Lane's Darell Johnson was named Men's Basketball Player of the Week, while Kentucky State's Joseph Owens took home the title of Men's Basketball Newcomer of the Week. Miles' Iemyiah Harris was named Women's Basketball Player of the Week, and Lane's Dyani Bernstine took home the title of Women's Basketball Newcomer of the Week.
MEN'S BASKETBALL PLAYER OF THE WEEK - Darell Johnson, Lane College
#5 | Forward | Senior | Trenton, New Jersey
Trenton native Darell Johnson is making waves at Lane College. The senior forward delivered an impressive performance on the court, averaging 23.6 points per game. This scoring prowess was highlighted by a remarkable 32-point outing against Kentucky State, showcasing his ability to dominate in high-stakes matchups. Beyond scoring, Johnson showcased his versatility, contributing significantly across the board with an average of 8.3 rebounds per game, complemented by six assists, five blocks, and two steals. Johnson's all-around contributions have been instrumental in the Dragons' recent successes, underscoring his talents as a multifaceted student-athlete in the SIAC.
MEN'S BASKETBALL NEWCOMER OF THE WEEK - Joseph Owens, Kentucky State University
#20 | Forward | Junior | DeKalb, Illinois
Junior forward Joseph Owens made his mark as a key player for Kentucky State. Showcasing his versatility and skill, Owens amassed 15 points in a heated LeMoyne-Owen contest. Despite a lower scoring output at Lane with six points, Owens contributed significantly, securing ten rebounds and dishing out four assists, showcasing his all-around talents on the court. Owens achieved a commendable double-double in a thrilling home contest, scoring 13 points alongside a robust rebounding performance rivaling Lane College. This string of versatile performances highlights Owens' impact and significant contribution to his team's efforts.
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL PLAYER OF THE WEEK - Iemyiah Harris, Miles College
#1 | Guard | Junior | Anniston, Alabama
In an impressive showcase of skill and versatility, Iemyiah Harris dominated the court with an average of 20.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, 5.5 assists, 3.0 steals, and 1.0 blocks across two pivotal games, underlining her vital role in Miles' performance. Demonstrating remarkable proficiency from beyond the arc, the junior guard delivered a standout performance in a challenging encounter at Tuskegee. During the contest, Harris amassed an impressive 27 points, converting 5-of-13 attempts from three-point territory, complemented by three assists and three steals. A home victory against Spring Hill highlighted the Anniston native's multifaceted game. Harris tallied 14 points, five rebounds, eight assists, three steals, and two blocks, presenting a masterclass in all-around play, reinforcing her status as a key player for Miles College.
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL NEWCOMER OF THE WEEK - Dyani Bernstine, Lane College
#5 | Point Guard | Freshman | Richmond, California
Freshman point guard Dyani Bernstine showcased her on-court prowess, averaging 10 points per game across three pivotal SIAC matchups. Bernstine's determination and versatility on the court were highlighted by an impressive tally of 19 steals, 11 assists, and 13 rebounds as the team rivaled Central State and Kentucky State. These accolades underscore her significant contributions to the Lady Dragons' efforts, making her a player to watch.
About the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC)
The SIAC is a NCAA athletic conference consisting primarily of historically black colleges and universities with headquarters in downtown Atlanta, Georgia. The SIAC includes 15 member institutions (Albany State University, Allen University, Benedict College, Central State University, Clark Atlanta University, Edward Waters University, Fort Valley State University, Kentucky State University, Lane College, LeMoyne-Owen College, Miles College, Morehouse College, Savannah State University, Spring Hill College, and Tuskegee University), which are located within a contiguous seven-state footprint (Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Kentucky, South Carolina, Tennessee and Ohio). The SIAC sponsors seven men's and six women's sports and is a proud member of the NCAA Division II. For more information, visit www.thesiac.com.