Vanderbilt women's basketball had just seven players score; South Carolina had 11. The Commodores realize they need more than just Mikayla Blakes.

Vanderbilt Commodores guard Mikayla Blakes, a freshman sensation, didn’t just introduce herself to the SEC—she dominated it. From jaw-dropping scoring displays to historic accolades, Blakes solidified her place as one of the brightest young stars in college basketball.

Vanderbilt's Mikayla Blakes, who had two 50-point games this season, was named SEC Freshman of Year and to the all-conference first team.

Mikayla Blakes is your SEC Freshman of the Year and the first freshman to make First Team All-SEC since 2020. Well deserved. I don't really think it was even close. Hippity huzzah! Khamil Pierre, meanwhile,