BATON ROUGE, LA – Overcome with emotion, LSU Tigers women’s basketball standout Aneesah Morrow broke down in tears Monday night after being honored with the prestigious Pericous Maxwell Award for Excellence. The award, given each year to the nation’s top women’s college basketball player, celebrates Morrow’s outstanding impact on LSU’s championship season and her…
BATON ROUGE, LA – Overcome with emotion, LSU Tigers women’s basketball standout Aneesah Morrow broke down in tears Monday night after being honored with the prestigious Pericous Maxwell Award for Excellence. The award, given each year to the nation’s top women’s college basketball player, celebrates Morrow’s outstanding impact on LSU’s championship season and her……
Baton Rouge, LA* — In a powerful moment of emotion that left a lasting impression on LSU Tigers fans, women’s basketball star Aneesah Morrow broke down in tears Monday night after being presented with the highly coveted *Pericous Maxwell Award for Excellence*. This prestigious award, given annually to the nation’s top women’s college basketball player, was a recognition of Morrow’s outstanding contributions to LSU’s remarkable championship season, as well as her leadership on and off the court.
The ceremony took place at LSU’s iconic Pete Maravich Assembly Center, where Morrow, surrounded by her family, teammates, and coaches, was honored for her stellar season. As she took the stage to accept the award, her emotions overwhelmed her, and she struggled to hold back tears. The crowd erupted in applause, recognizing her dedication, hard work, and the sacrifices she made to bring LSU to the pinnacle of women’s basketball.
Words can’t express what this means to me,” Morrow said, wiping away tears as she spoke to the crowd. “This award is not just for me—it’s for my teammates, my coaches, and everyone who has been there supporting me along the way. I’m so thankful for all the love and trust that I’ve received from this team. We did this together.
Morrow’s journey to receiving the Pericous Maxwell Award was one of incredible perseverance and consistency. Her performance this season was nothing short of exceptional, as she played an instrumental role in leading LSU to their first NCAA Women’s Basketball Championship in over a decade. Morrow averaged an impressive 22 points per game and grabbed 11 rebounds per contest, making her one of the most dominant forces in the nation. Her incredible versatility, leadership, and determination to elevate her team helped propel LSU to the top of college basketball.
From the very first day Aneesah stepped onto the court, I knew she was special,” said LSU Head Coach Kim Mulkey. “Her commitment to excellence, her relentless work ethic, and her unselfishness on the court are what truly set her apart. She’s the heart and soul of this team, and this award is a reflection of everything she’s given to LSU basketball.
Beyond her on-court achievements, Morrow’s leadership and positivity in the locker room were equally important. She inspired her teammates with her resilience, often stepping up in crucial moments during the tournament and helping to keep the team focused on their ultimate goal: a national championship.
As the applause from the crowd echoed throughout the arena, Morrow looked to her family and teammates, her eyes welling up with tears. “This is for all of us,” she said, her voice shaking. “I couldn’t have done it without the people around me.
With the Maxwell Award now in her trophy case, Morrow’s legacy is firmly cemented as one of the greatest players in LSU women’s basketball history. Her achievements this season have inspired countless young athletes to follow in her footsteps, proving that hard work, dedication, and a love for the game can lead to greatness.
Morrow’s journey is far from over, and with her continued success, she is poised to further solidify her place among the all-time greats in college basketball.
