EIU Panther Tiger Booker has been named to the All-Ohio Valley Conference first team, marking the 12th player in school history to receive this honor. Booker's outstanding performance this season contributed to leading the Panthers back to the OVC Tournament for the first time since 2019-20.

By the Numbers
  • Booker led the Panthers in scoring with an average of 16.1 points per game, ranking sixth in the OVC.
  • He scored 20 or more points in nine games and tied his career high with 33 points against SIUE.
  • Booker led the OVC in steals per game and was second in free throw percentage.
State of Play
  • Booker's exceptional performance has propelled EIU to the OVC Tournament as the No. 7 seed.
  • The Panthers will compete in the tournament in Evansville, Indiana.
  • Booker's impact has been pivotal in the team's success, showcasing his dynamic skills both offensively and defensively.
Bottom Line

Tiger Booker's recognition highlights his significant contributions to EIU's success, underscoring his prowess as a key player in the team's resurgence.