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DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Claire Signatovich
Alberta Pandas
- Forward
- Third-year
- Winnipeg, MB
- Engineering
Claire Signatovich evoked fear across the conference this season. The third-year forward led Canada West in blocks-per-game and rebounds-per-game with 1.9 and 12.6 respectively.
The talented defensive player possess a high basketball IQ, allowing her to read plays to get in front of them. Her speed, strength and grit make the perfect combination. She averaged 1.6 steals a game, a rare feat for a forward.
Signatovich broke several school records this season: career blocks (75), season blocks (38) and season offensive rebounds (94).
Her value to the Pandas cannot be overstated, on both ends of the court. Her 13 double-doubles this season also set a Pandas record and ties her for eighth in the conference books.
Signatovich is also a two-time Academic All-Canadian in the Faculty of Engineering.
“Claire is an anchor of our team defense. Her ability to track rebounds, alter shots, and guard multiple positions make her a force on the defensive end of the floor. She is one of the most gifted defenders we have ever coached. The combination of her athletic attributes, leadership, and competitiveness have been keys to our teams' success this season.”
-Scott Edwards, Head Coach, Alberta Pandas
Source: https://canada-west.prezly.com/saskatchewans-carly-ahlstrom-named-cw-player-of-the-year