University of Southern Maine senior Jaycie Christopher has received D3hoops.com Second Team All-American honors, adding to her accolades this postseason. Christopher is only the sixth Huskies player to be named a WBCA All-American and is the first to earn D3hoops.com recognition since 2012. She averaged 18.9 points and 9.0 rebounds per game while achieving significant national ranking within NCAA Division III women's basketball. Her stellar performance helped the Huskies secure a 27-3 record, winning both the regular-season title and the conference tournament, marking a return to the NCAA Tournament Sweet Sixteen after nearly two decades.

By the Numbers
  • 18.9 points per game, tied for fifth in single-season records at Southern Maine.
  • 45.2% shooting from three-point range, ranking third in program history.
Yes, But

Despite her individual success, some critiques remain regarding the overall performance of the team in the previous NCAA tournaments, raising questions about consistency and future tournament readiness.

State of Play
  • Southern Maine finished the 2025-2026 season with a record of 27-3.
  • The team secured its first LEC title since the 2012-2013 season and a spot in the NCAA tournament for the 27th time.
What's Next

Looking forward, Christopher's continued development could potentially elevate the Huskies鈥� status in the next season's NCAA tournament, while the team aims for more consistency in high-pressure matches.

Bottom Line

Jaycie Christopher's achievements underline her exceptional talent and the program鈥檚 potential for future success, but sustained performance in the NCAA tournament remains the ultimate goal for the Huskies.