The Illinois College women's basketball team's Ashlyn Wightman broke two records last week, becoming the only player in the program's history to surpass 60+ blocks in a single season and the all-time career blocks leader with 153 blocks. She was also named Midwest Conference Performer of the Week for her outstanding performance, contributing 26 points, 25 rebounds, and seven blocks in the two games.

By the Numbers
  • Wightman broke the IC single-season block record with 63 blocked shots.
  • She also broke the all-time career blocks record with 153 blocks.
  • Wightman averaged 13 points, 12.5 rebounds, and 3.5 blocks per game for the week.
  • She currently ranks first in the conference with 63 blocks and second with 204 rebounds.
  • Wightman carries a season average of 8.6 rebounds per game, ranking third in the conference.
State of Play
  • Wightman leads the conference in blocks and ranks second in rebounds heading into the regular season finale at Knox College.
  • She has a five-block lead on the second-ranked player in blocks.
  • Wightman's performance has been pivotal for the Illinois College women's basketball team throughout the season.
Bottom Line

Ashlyn Wightman's exceptional performance has solidified her as a prominent figure in the history of IC women's basketball, leaving a positive legacy and garnering recognition as the Midwest Conference Performer of the Week.