BROWN NAMED KJCCC MEN’S BASKETBALL PLAYER OF THE WEEK

Hutchinson CC Sports Information

Sophomore Tyler Brown was No. 10 Hutchinson's leading scorer in two Blue Dragon wins at the Atrium Classic at the Sports Arena.

On Tuesday, the sharp-shooting guard from Derby High School, was named the Jayhawk Conference Division I Men's Basketball Player of the Week.

In two wins over Murray State and Labette, Brown averaged 16.0 points per game, shooting 45.5 percent overall and 3 of 9 from 3-point range.

He had a high of 19 points against Murray State. Brown also averaged 4.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.5 steals in 26.5 minutes per game.

Brown is now eligible for NJCAA National Player of the Week honors. That award will be announced on Wednesday.