Francis Marion University senior post player Lauryn Taylor has been named to the third-team All-America squad by the Division II Conference Commissioners Association (D2CCA), following her previous honorable mention All-America status from the Women's Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA). Taylor, a Blythewood, S.C., native, excelled in scoring, ranking second in the conference with 17.7 points per game, and leading the nation in rebounding with 15.0 rebounds per contest. She also achieved the second position in NCAA Division II for double-doubles with 22. Moreover, she received accolades such as Conference Carolinas' Player of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year for 2023-24, and was recognized for her academic achievements as a psychology major. Taylor's remarkable performance contributed to Francis Marion's successful 20-8 record, marking the team's second consecutive 20-win season. Notably, this recognition marks the 20th occasion that a player from the Patriot women's basketball program has received All-America honors in its 51-year history.

By the Numbers
  • Taylor averaged 17.7 points per game and 15.0 rebounds per contest.
  • She achieved 22 double-doubles and set the NCAA single-game rebounding record with 43.
  • Francis Marion University recorded a 20-8 season, the team's second consecutive 20-win season.
  • Taylor is ninth on the school's career scoring list with 1,644 points and sixth in career rebounds with 1,023.
Bottom Line

Lauryn Taylor's exceptional performance and recognition as a third-team All-American exemplify her significant contributions to Francis Marion University's women's basketball program, marking a remarkable achievement in the program's history.