USA TODAY Sports Network’s 2025 All-SEC Women’s Basketball Awards

The USA TODAY Sports Network has announced its 2025 All-SEC Women’s Basketball Awards, recognizing outstanding performances throughout the season. LSU’s forward Aneesah Morrow earned both the SEC Player of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year honors, reflecting her dominance on both ends of the court. Vanderbilt’s guard Mikayla Blakes was named SEC Newcomer of the Year after a record-breaking freshman season. Texas head coach Vic Schaefer received the SEC Coach of the Year award, leading the Longhorns to a conference championship in their inaugural SEC season. citeturn0search0

Aneesah Morrow: SEC Player and Defensive Player of the Year

Aneesah Morrow’s exceptional performance this season has been pivotal for LSU. The senior forward averaged 18.2 points, 14 rebounds, 2.5 steals, and 1.4 assists per game, consistently delivering double-doubles. Her defensive prowess was evident as she led the conference in rebounding and ranked among the leaders in steals. Morrow’s two-way dominance made her the clear choice for both Player and Defensive Player of the Year honors. citeturn0search0

Mikayla Blakes: SEC Newcomer of the Year

In her debut season, Mikayla Blakes made an immediate impact for Vanderbilt. The freshman guard set new records, including breaking the SEC single-game scoring record twice—first with 53 points against Florida and then with an NCAA freshman-record 55 points against Auburn. She averaged 23.3 points, 3.5 rebounds, 3.1 assists, and 2.5 steals per game, establishing herself as one of the nation’s most exciting young talents. citeturn0search0

Vic Schaefer: SEC Coach of the Year

Vic Schaefer’s leadership in Texas’s inaugural SEC season has been remarkable. He guided the Longhorns to a share of the SEC regular-season championship, ending South Carolina’s 57-game conference win streak. Schaefer’s ability to adapt and lead Texas to immediate success earned him the SEC Coach of the Year award. citeturn0search0

All-SEC First Team Selections

The All-SEC First Team selections highlight the top performers in the conference:

• F Aneesah Morrow, LSU (Unanimous Selection)
• F Madison Booker, Texas
• G Georgia Amoore, Kentucky
• G Mikayla Blakes, Vanderbilt
• G Flau’jae Johnson, LSU

These players have demonstrated exceptional skill and have been instrumental in their teams’ successes this season. citeturn0search0

The 2025 SEC women’s basketball season has been filled with outstanding performances, and these awards recognize the individuals who have excelled in their respective roles.

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