University of North Georgia women's basketball junior forward Emily Trushel has received the prestigious honor of being named to the Peach Belt Conference All-Conference First Team, marking her second all-conference postseason recognition. Trushel, originally from Brentwood, Tenn., transferred to UNG after three seasons at USC Aiken and has made a significant impact this season, leading the Nighthawks in various statistical categories such as scoring, rebounding, steals, three-point percentage, and free throw percentage. She is set to lead the Nighthawks in the upcoming PBC Tournament quarterfinals as they aim for their seventh consecutive semifinal appearance.

By the Numbers
  • Trushel leads the Nighthawks in scoring with 15.2 points per game and in rebounding with 6.9 rebounds per game
  • She has a 33% three-point percentage and an 84% free throw percentage
  • Trushel has achieved 21 double-digit scoring performances, including 10 games with 20 or more points
  • She ranks second in the PBC in field goal percentage (48%) and minutes per game (32.5), fifth in points per game, and second in defensive rebounds per game (5.2)
State of Play
  • Trushel will lead the Nighthawks in the upcoming PBC Tournament quarterfinals
  • The Nighthawks will face off against fourth-seeded Lander in the tournament quarterfinals
  • The game is scheduled for Thursday, Mar. 7 at 7:30 p.m. in Americus, Ga.
Bottom Line

Emily Trushel's exceptional performance has secured her a well-deserved place in the Peach Belt Conference All-Conference First Team. Her leadership will be crucial as the Nighthawks strive for success in the upcoming PBC Tournament quarterfinals.