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Kennedy Blair named to Nancy Lieberman Award watchlist for Michigan State

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Last updated Oct 27, 2026

Kennedy Blair named to Nancy Lieberman Award watchlist for Michigan State

Summary

Kennedy Blair of Michigan State has been selected for the 2026-27 Nancy Lieberman Award watchlist, recognizing her as one of the top point guards in NCAA Division I women’s basketball. Last season, Blair averaged 14.5 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 5.2 assists per game, leading the team in various categories. With her strong performance, she aims to guide Michigan State back to the NCAA Tournament, where the team has reached the last three seasons. The Spartans will begin their season on November 3 against Valparaiso and have an exhibition game against Michigan Tech on October 28.

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•Kennedy Blair is on the Nancy Lieberman Award watchlist.
•She averaged 14.5 points and 7.1 rebounds last season.
•Michigan State seeks to maintain its NCAA Tournament streak.
•Regular season starts on November 3 against Valparaiso.
•The Spartans face Michigan Tech in an exhibition game on October 28.

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After dominant breakout performances in scoring and playmaking, the Spartans’ relentless floor general gains national recognition while aiming to lead Michigan State deep into the NCAA Tournament.
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