Landry, Mongomo share MVP after monster years for 2019-2020 UNBC Women’s Basketball
Most Valuable Player(s):
Madison Landry, G
Prince George, B.C.
Coach Sergey Shchepotkin: “Madison was great for us all season long. She is so talented and creates problems for opposing defenses with her length and ability to shoot from the outside or get to the rim. Every year she gets better and better, and I am proud of her for winning this award.”
Las Palmas, Spain
One of the most prolific scorers in the history of Canada West, Maria Mongomo finished out her UNBC Women’s Basketball career by leading the conference in scoring with 20.1 points per game. She also averaged a career-high 9.8 rebounds, and led CW in steals with 3.4 per game. This season, she became the first CW player in nearly two decades to score 30 points in three straight games. A Canada West First Team All-Star, this is her second UNBC Most Valuable Player Award.
Best Defensive Player:
Emma vanBruinessen, F
Leduc, AB
Coach Sergey Shchepotkin: “We knew, when Emma arrived, she would play a big part for us this year. She exceeded expectations, and worked every second she was on the court. She is undersized for her position, but she never backs down. Emma takes more charges, dives on more loose balls, and grabs more tough rebounds than anyone. I am proud of her.”
Issy Bourque, F
Prince George, B.C.
After two years away from the program, Issy Bourque returned to UNBC Women’s Basketball and played a key role in the team’s Canada West playoff push. After coming off the bench the first ten games of the season and averaging 0.5 points and 1.1 rebounds, the PGSS product started the final ten games, averaging 3.8 points and 4.0 rebounds per game, and playing with her signature grit and will.
Rookie of the Year:
Rebecca Landry, G/F
Prince George, B.C.
Coach Sergey Shchepotkin: “Part way through the season, Rebecca adjusted to the Canada West level and got more and more confident in her role and her ability. From there, she was an impact player, playing better and better on both ends of the court. I am excited to see what Rebecca does next year, and over her career at UNBC.”
Emily Holmes, G
Prince George, B.C.
Emily Holmes has become synonymous with UNBC Basketball for her work in the community, and with local youth. On the court, she set the program record for most assists in a 20 game Canada West season, while exemplifying what it means to be a Timberwolf in the community. A worthy recipient of the Leadership Award.