Defensive Player of the Week
Nygell Verdier, UNC Pembroke
A junior guard from Charlotte, North Carolina, Nygell Verdier of UNC Pembroke was solid defensively last week for the Braves in their three victories, collecting three blocks and three defensive rebounds. He averaged a double-double on the week with 11.0 points and 10.0 rebounds per game.
In UNC Pembroke's win over Fayetteville State, Verdier ended his day with 10 rebounds, two blocks and two assists. He also had five points. Verdier concluded UNC Pembroke's win over Virginia State with 17 points, eight rebounds and two assists. Verdier collected a double-double in the UNC Pembroke win over Columbus State with 12 rebounds and 11 points. He also had two assists and a block.
2023 Conference Carolinas Men's Basketball Weekly Awards
Week 3 (Nov. 27, 2023)
Player of the Week: Tionne Rollins, Francis Marion
Defensive Player of the Week: Nygell Verdier, UNC Pembroke
Learn more about all weekly/monthly award winners in Conference Carolinas here.