Laksa Recognized as Final Five for National Award

TAMPA, FEB. 27, 2018 – It's been a historical season for junior Kitija Laksa. Already one of the most prolific scorers in program history, Laksa has been named one of the five finalists for the Ann Meyers Drysdale Award the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced Tuesday. In its inaugural year, the annual award recognizes the top shooting guard in the country.

A national committee of top women's college basketball personnel including media members, head coaches, sports information directors and Hall of Famers narrowed the original award watch list of 20 players to 10 candidates and now just five finalists. In March, the five finalists will be presented to Ms. Drysdale and the…