(cyclones.com)
“It’s a huge honor to receive an award named after Cheryl Miller, who has been such a pioneer in bringing women’s basketball to the forefront of athletics, “Carleton said. “She was one of the best to play our game, and I am humbled to be recognized for this award and included in the Naismith Starting 5. This isn’t possible without all of the opportunities Iowa State has given me. I am so thankful for my coaches and teammates putting me in the best positions to be successful during the last year.”
Carleton also was named to the 10-member WBCA Coaches All-America Team. She becomes the first Iowa State women’s basketball player to earn either distinction. She is also just the second student-athlete to earn the Cheryl Miller Award, joining UConn’s Gabby Williams, who was the inaugural recipient.
“Bridget had a special year and helped to lead Iowa State to one of our best season’s ever, ” head coach Bill Fennelly said. “Receiving these awards is a tremendous honor for her and our program. What an amazing way to end one of the greatest Cyclone careers ever.”
Carleton’s latest honors come after putting together the best single-season in Iowa State history, ranking in the top-10 in school history in nearly every statistical category. Carleton set school records for points scored (760), scoring average (21.7 PPG), field-goals made (254) and field-goals attempted (543). Carleton also ranked second in free-throws made (180) and attempted (209), third in steals (79), fourth in rebounds (302) and tied for ninth in blocks (43).
