Senior Jaycie Christopher from the University of Southern Maine has been selected for the 2026 NEWBA Senior All-Star Classic, set for March 28 at Smith College. Christopher has had a standout season, being named a 2026 WBCA Division III All-American and receiving multiple honors including New England Women's Basketball Association Player of the Year. Her impressive stats include averaging 18.9 points and 9.0 rebounds per game, shooting 45.2% from three-point range. Sophomore Lucy Wiles will also showcase her talents in the NEWBA Three-Point Shooting Contest as part of the event.

By the Numbers
  • Christopher averages 18.9 points and 9.0 rebounds per game.
  • Shooting 45.2% from beyond the arc (57-for-126) and 55.2% overall (196-for-355).
  • Wiles has scored 867 points in 58 career games, averaging 16.7 points this season.
State of Play
  • The Huskies finished the season with a record of 27-3 and 15-1 in the Little East Conference.
  • Southern Maine secured the NCAA tournament bid, reaching the Sweet Sixteen for the first time since 2007.
What's Next

Christopher's participation in the All-Star Classic may further elevate her profile ahead of the upcoming professional recruitment season, while she continues to build on her impressive college career.

Bottom Line

As a key figure in her team's success, Christopher's accolades not only highlight her individual prowess but also signify the resurgence of the Southern Maine women's basketball program under Coach David Chadbourne.