Washburn University Athletics

Joe Smith averaged 6.5 ppg and 7.0 rpg after enting the week averaging 3.9 ppg and 2.9 rpg prior to the week starting. He pulled down a career-high 11 rebounds at Southwest Baptist and then scored a career-high 12 points in Washburn's 67-49 win over No. 14 Missouri Southern. He was 4 of 9 from the field and 5 of 7 from the free throw line. He also added five steals and a block.

The Washburn Student Athlete of the Week is sponsored by Peoples Insurance and Benefit Group.