WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - Two Rams from the Winston-Salem State University women's basketball team have earned Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) Women's Basketball weekly honors for week six, the league announced this morning.
MaKayla Walled a senior from Upper Malrboro, Maryland was named CIAA Women's Defensive Player of the Week. Waleed delivered a dominant defensive week for Winston-Salem State, setting the tone with relentless perimeter pressure, disruptive hands, and timely playmaking in three victories. The senior guard was a constant presence on both ends of the floor, combining elite steal production with efficient scoring and steady leadership.Â
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Across the week, Waleed totaled 35 points, 13 rebounds, five assists, and 11 steals, shooting 14-of-33 from the field, 3-of-8 from three-point range, and 4-of-6 from the free-throw line. Her ability to pressure ball handlers and create turnovers fueled the Rams' defensive identity during a perfect week.Â
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Her top performance came on December 18 at Ferrum, where she recorded a season-high eight steals to go along with 14 points and four rebounds in a hard-fought 47–44 road victory. Waleed followed with strong efforts at Lincoln and against Mount Olive, continuing to impact the game defensively while contributing offensively.Â
Breoona Roaf a freshman from Fayetteville, North Carolina was named CIAA Women's Rookie of the Week for the second time this season. Roaf continued her strong freshman campaign with a steady and efficient three-game week as Winston-Salem State went undefeated. The rookie point guard provided scoring punch, poise at the lead guard spot, and consistent production while helping guide the Rams through a perfect stretch.Â
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For the week, Roaf totaled 23 points and eight rebounds, shooting 9-of-18 from the field, 3-of-8 from three-point range, and a perfect 2-of-2 from the free-throw line. She also added two assists and one steal, showcasing her ability to impact the game beyond scoring.Â
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Her top performance came on December 15 at Lincoln (PA), where Roaf scored 13 points on 5-of-10 shooting, added four rebounds, and went 2-of-2 from the line in a 58–47 road victory. She followed with solid contributions at Ferrum and against Mount Olive, continuing to deliver reliable minutes and production in the backcourt.Â
The Rams will be back in action on January 2 hosting University of Virginia-Lynchburg at 5:30 p.m. inside the C.E. Gaines Center.