Rio Grande's Russell posts RSC Men's Basketball Player of the Week
MIDDLETOWN, Ohio -- University of Rio Grande center Earl Russell averaged a double-double in two wins last week to earn River States Conference Men's Basketball Player of the Week for Nov. 19-25.
A 6-7 center from Warrington, England, Russell averaged 14.5 points, 12.5 rebounds and 2.0 blocks per game as the RedStorm went 2-0 at the NAIA Division II Showcase over the weekend in Kingsport, Tenn.
Russell made 13 of 25 field goals for 52 percent and 3 of 4 free throws on the week. He started out with 16 points, 15 rebounds, two blocks and two assists in an 86-84, overtime win over Robert Morris (Ill.). Russell then had 13 points, 10 rebounds and two blocks in a 67-59 victory over (RV) Keiser.
Rio Grande (4-4) begins RSC play Wednesday night at No. 2 IU East for its next game.