Attention all sports enthusiasts! We've got some exciting news to share about a former Maryland basketball star who's making waves in the WNBA. Alyssa Thomas, a true legend in the making, has just been named to the All-WNBA first team, solidifying her status as one of the league's elite players.
Thomas, a former Maryland women's basketball standout, now shines bright with the Phoenix Mercury. Her recent achievement marks an incredible third consecutive year on the All-WNBA first team, with an impressive overall count of four selections. Despite falling short in the WNBA Finals against the Las Vegas Aces, Thomas put on a show, recording an incredible triple-double with 17 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists.
But here's where it gets even more impressive: This past season, Thomas averaged a career-high 9.2 assists per game, along with 15.4 points and 8.8 rebounds. Her 357 total assists shattered the single-season record previously held by Caitlin Clark. And if that wasn't enough, Thomas also set a new WNBA record for triple-doubles in a single season, with a whopping eight, surpassing her own record of six set in 2023.
In other news, Maryland's women's soccer team suffered a 2-0 loss to Nebraska on Sunday, while the volleyball team also fell in straight sets to No. 7 Wisconsin. On the football field, Maryland narrowly lost to Nebraska, 34-31. Former Maryland wide receivers Tai Felton and Jeshaun Jones were spotted at the game, and former Terps football star Stefon Diggs took home ESPN's Week 5 Himmy Award.
And this is the part most people miss: Former Maryland football player Dominique Foxworth will be returning to College Park for Homecoming. It's a great opportunity to reconnect with alumni and celebrate the Terps' rich sports history.
So, what do you think about Alyssa Thomas' incredible achievements? Is she a future Hall of Famer? And what about the other Terps news - any predictions for the upcoming games? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments below! Let's keep the conversation going and celebrate the success of these incredible athletes.
