Fifth year senior guard Drew Blair was named to Small College Basketball's Top 50 watchlist on Thursday, Feb. 15, for the prestigious Bevo Francis Award.
The Clarence "Bevo" Francis Award is presented annually to the player with the strongest season throughout Small College Basketball, accounting for season statistics, individual achievements, personal character, and team achievements. This reward considers some of the top players from Division II, Division III, NAIA, USCAA, and NCCAA basketball.
Drew Blair became the Bulldogs' number one scorer in program history towards the end of 2023, and currently sits at 2,558 career points. Blair is shooting 188-399 (47.1%) from the field, 61-178 (34.3%) from three point range, 103-129 (79.8%) from the free throw line, and leads the team in points with 540, rebounds with 133, and steals with 34. Blair has scored 20+ points in 16 different games this season, including a season high 34 points versus Minnesota State Mankato.
Small College Basketball will reduce the watchlist to the Top 25 on March 15, with finalists and the overall winner announcement dates yet to be determined.
Blair and the Bulldogs head out on their final road trip of the regular season this weekend to take on No.23 Minot State and UMary. The action for the Bulldogs will tip off on Friday, Feb. 16, at 7:30 PM.
