Northwestern University Athletics
Jaeschke Nabs Big Ten Player of the Week Accolades
12/13/2010 12:00:00 AM | Women's Basketball
Dec. 13, 2010
EVANSTON, Ill. -- Amy Jaeschke earned her second Big Ten Player of the Week honor this season after posting career highs of 37 points and 17 rebounds in Northwestern's 92-84 win over Central Michigan on Saturday. The senior also tallied six blocks and four assists in the Wildcats' win, shooting 60 percent (15-of-25) from the floor.
Jaeschke's performance helped Northwestern to an 8-1 record, marking its best nine-game start since the 1995-96 season. Through nine games, Jaeschke leads the Big Ten in rebounds per game (10.2) and blocks per game (3.9) and is second in points per game (24.1).
The Wildcats are next in action tonight (Monday) at DePaul's McGrath Arena. Tip against the No.24/RV Blue Demons is set for 7 p.m. To view the preview story, click HERE.
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