Julius Thedford Named Conference USA Freshman of the Week for WKU Basketball’s Winning Streak

Julius Thedford Shines Again for WKU Basketball in Bowling Green

Bowling Green, Ky. – It’s that exciting time of year again when sports fans get to celebrate the fresh talent making waves in the basketball scene. This week, we have a reason to cheer extra loud, as WKU men’s basketball freshman guard Julius Thedford has been recognized as the Conference USA Freshman of the Week for the second time this season! This news was announced on a lovely Monday, brightening the start of the week for Hilltopper fans.

Stellar Performances in Recent Games

Julius truly stepped up last week, playing a key role in leading his team to an impressive 2-0 record. The Hilltoppers took down Seattle with a score of 86-73 on Tuesday and powered through to another victory against Kentucky Wesleyan, finishing 91-71 on Saturday. How did Julius contribute to these wins? Well, let’s break it down!

In the game against Seattle, Thedford made quite an impact, posting 15 points while shooting a solid 50% from the field. He also helped out on the boards with seven rebounds and had three assists. It was clear to everyone watching that he was on top of his game!

Then, in the showdown against Kentucky Wesleyan, Thedford continued his streak, scoring 17 points with a shooting percentage of 46.2%. His performance included going 3-for-7 from beyond the arc, and he wasn’t done there—he also grabbed six rebounds, dished out two assists, and even recorded a block. With contributions like these, how could the Hilltoppers not secure their sixth straight victory?

Rising Star in the Making

With these recent games under his belt, Thedford has now solidified himself as the team’s third-leading scorer, averaging 11.8 points per game. But wait, there’s more! He also holds the team’s second-best three-point shooting record, with an impressive 42.3% from long range. His knack for scoring and helping to keep possessions alive with 43 rebounds this season (averaging 3.6 per game) shows that he’s quickly becoming a vital asset to the team.

This isn’t just a one-time thing for Julius, either. Earlier this season, he earned his first CUSA Freshman of the Week accolade on December 2 after posting a career-high 19 points during a home victory against Marshall and scoring 18 points against the No. 8 Kentucky at the end of November. Clearly, the spotlight is not too bright for this young player!

Looking Ahead

As the Hilltoppers continue their winning streak, they now have a brief break before heading into their final non-conference matchup on the road at Michigan on December 29. This game will take place at the Crisler Center in Ann Arbor, Mich., and is expected to tip off at 7 p.m. CT. Fans can catch all the action live, as it will be nationally televised on the Big Ten Network. It’s shaping up to be an exciting game for WKU, and who knows? With Julius on the court, anything is possible!

So, mark your calendars, keep cheering for the Hilltoppers, and let’s all watch as Julius Thedford continues to dazzle and make a name for himself in the basketball world!