Riley Minix of Morehead State men's basketball has been honored as the Ohio Valley Conference's Male Athlete of the Year, making him the second MSU man to receive this award after Kenneth Faried in 2010-11. Minix, the 2023-24 OVC Player of the Year, was also recognized as a Lou Henson Award Mid Major All-American. He led MSU to the OVC regular season co-championship and tournament title, achieving remarkable statistics and accolades during his single season at MSU.

By the Numbers
  • Minix finished the season with 733 points, ranking 11th in the nation.
  • He averaged 20.9 points and 9.7 rebounds, with 19 double-doubles and 272 field goals made.
  • Minix had 20 games with 20+ points, three games with over 30 points, and five games with 15+ rebounds.
State of Play
  • Minix concluded his collegiate career with 2,767 points and 1,385 rebounds after stints at NAIA Southeastern (Fla.) and Morehead State.
What's Next

Minix's outstanding performance and achievements may lead to increased opportunities in his basketball career, potentially attracting attention from professional leagues.

Bottom Line

Riley Minix's exceptional abilities and recognition as the OVC Male Athlete of the Year signify a remarkable collegiate basketball career, paving the way for a promising future in the sport.