Murray State University Athletics
Currie-Jelks Named to Mid-Major Player of the Year Watch List
1/21/2026 10:15:00 AM | Women's Basketball
Sharnecce Currie-Jelks is one of 15 players nationally to be named to the list
Murray State junior forward Sharnecce Currie-Jelks has been named to the midseason watch list for the 2026 Becky Hammon Mid-Major Player of the Year Award, Her Hoop Stats announced Wednesday.
Currie-Jelks is one of 15 players nationally to earn a spot on the prestigious list, which recognizes the top performer in women's mid-major college basketball. The Jackson, Tennessee, native has been a dominant force in her first season with the Racers, currently averaging 19.3 points and 12.4 rebounds per game. She leads the nation in double-doubles, ranks third in rebounds per game, and is 26th in points per game.
The junior remains the only player in the nation to average at least 15 points and 12 rebounds.
The Becky Hammon Award, established in 2020, honors players from the 26 conferences not deemed high-major. It is named after the WNBA legend and current Las Vegas Aces head coach.
The watch list will be narrowed to 10 semifinalists in February, followed by five finalists in March. The winner will be announced during the NCAA Women's Final Four in April.
The full watch list can be found HERE.
