TJ Power of the University of Pennsylvania has been named a finalist for the prestigious Riley Wallace Award, which honors the most impactful transfer in Division I college basketball. This recognition showcases Power's remarkable performance throughout the season, where he not only led his team in rebounding but also emerged as a top scorer during Ivy League games. The award is named after Riley Wallace, a renowned coach who had a significant impact on college basketball during his tenure at Hawaii. Penn, positioned as the second seed, is set to compete against Harvard in the Ivy Madness semifinals.

By the Numbers
  • TJ Power averaged 15.8 points per game and 7.5 rebounds per game during the regular season.
  • He achieved the fifth-highest scoring game in program history with 38 points against Dartmouth.
State of Play
  • Penn holds a record of 16-11 overall and 9-5 in Ivy League play.
  • The Quakers will face Harvard on Saturday at 2 p.m. in the Ivy Madness semifinals.
What's Next

If Penn wins against Harvard, they will advance to the Ivy League Tournament final against the winner of the Yale and Cornell matchup, with the title game scheduled for Sunday at noon.

Bottom Line

TJ Power's achievements this season make him not only a strong candidate for the Riley Wallace Award but also a key player to watch as Penn aims for an NCAA Tournament berth through the Ivy League’s automatic bid.