May 2, 2007

SAN MARCOS - Texas State women's basketball held its annual awards ceremony banquet on Monday to recognize the accomplishments from the Bobcats' 18-12 season.

The team honored all-SLC selections as well as statistical leaders and seniors Erica Putnam, Ashley Riley and Elyse Wright.

Junior Joyce Ekworomadu won the team's Most Valuable Player after leading the team in scoring, made free throws and three point percentage while finishing second in rebounding and steals. She also was named Second Team All-SLC and a First Team Academic All-SLC member.

Junior Brooke DeGrate was named both Defensive Player of the Year and Newcomer of the Year after leading the team in steals, assists and blocks. DeGrate also was voted the Southland Conference Newcomer of the Year and was honored at the banquet for that award as well.

Freshman Victoria Davis was voted Most Improved Player. Davis saw increased minutes as the season went on and had a career-high 10 points and seven rebounds in the home finale against Texas-Arlington.

Putnam closed out the awards presentation by winning the inaugural Martha Powell Award, which replaced the Bobcat Pride and Leadership Award. Named after one of the strongest supporters of Texas State women's basketball, the award recognizes the player who best exemplifies determination, loyalty and perseverance.

John Navarette played host to the event. The Bobcats finished 18-12 overall and tied for the second-best record in the Southland.