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JuJu Watkins returns as player of the year race heats up

ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 1:51 PM

Last updated Oct 21, 2026

JuJu Watkins returns as player of the year race heats up
Summary

JuJu Watkins is back on the court, leading a competitive race for women's college basketball player of the year. Sarah Strong and other notable players also join the conversation as the season progresses. Analysts are evaluating their performances and potential impacts in the upcoming games. As the season unfolds, contenders will be closely monitored for their contributions to their respective teams.

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Key Details
  • •JuJu Watkins returns for another season.
  • •Sarah Strong is among the frontrunners.
  • •Analysts assess player impacts as the season advances.
  • •Contenders will be evaluated in upcoming games.
Latest Updates
  • 2:38 PMESPN — Ranking the front-runners and contenders for women's college basketball player of the year
What they're saying
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JuJu Watkins is back. But so is Sarah Strong and other player of the year contenders. We handicap the race.

— ESPNby Charlie Creme
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