Francis Marion University's senior post player Lauryn Taylor has earned honorable mention recognition on the 2023-24 Women's Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) All-America Team. This marks the 20th occasion in the 51-year history of the program that a Patriot women's basketball player has received All-America recognition. Taylor, a 5-foot-11 native of Blythewood, S.C., excelled in scoring, leading the conference at 17.7 points per game, and topping the nation in rebounding at 15.0 per contest. She also achieved significant stats in field goal percentage, three-point shooting, and free throw accuracy, while contributing in assists, steals, and blocked shots. Additionally, she set an NCAA single-game rebounding record and received numerous conference and national player of the week honors. Taylor's outstanding performance also led Francis Marion to their second consecutive 20-win season.

By the Numbers
  • Taylor finished second in the conference in scoring at 17.7 points per game
  • She leads the nation in rebounding at 15.0 rebounds per contest
  • Connected on 45.5% of her field goal attempts and 32.5% from three-point range
  • Set the NCAA single-game rebounding record with 43 rebounds
State of Play
  • Taylor's exceptional performance has led Francis Marion to a second straight 20-win season
Bottom Line

Lauryn Taylor's remarkable achievements on the court, including All-America recognition and leading her team to consecutive 20-win seasons, solidify her status as an outstanding player in the history of Francis Marion University's women's basketball program.