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Tennessee Lady Vols Forward Fatmata Janneh Named to Award Watch List
Tennessee's Fatmata Janneh lands on 2027 Katrina McClain Award watch list.
In brief
Tennessee's Fatmata Janneh lands on 2027 Katrina McClain Award watch list. Tennessee Lady Vols forward Fatmata Janneh made the 2027 Katrina McClain Award preseason watch list for top NCAA Division I women's college basketball power forward. Originally reported by Tennessee Volunteers On SI.
Tennessee Lady Vols Forward Fatmata Janneh Named to Award Watch List
Tennessee Lady Vols forward Fatmata Janneh made the 20-player preseason watch list for the 2027 Katrina McClain Award, which recognizes the top power forward in NCAA Division I women's college basketball.
Why Fatmata Janneh Could Be a Difference-Maker for the Lady Vols
Janneh grabbed 13 rebounds in Tuesday's exhibition against Florida A&M, leading all players as the Lady Vols won 132-63. She earned national attention two days later.
Janneh Lands on 2027 Katrina McClain Award Watch List
Janneh landed on the 20-player preseason watch list for the 2027 Katrina McClain Award, which recognizes the top power forward in Division I women's basketball.
Janneh Has Already Delivered Against SEC Competition
Janneh averaged 11.4 points and 9.7 rebounds at Texas A&M last season, leading the Aggies on boards and finishing second in scoring. Her rebounding ranked fifth in the SEC.
Eight of Her 12 Double-Doubles Occurred in SEC Play
Eight of Janneh's 12 double-doubles happened in SEC games, where she averaged 12.7 points and 9.3 rebounds.
More Than a Rebounding Presence
Janneh made 29 three-pointers last season, shooting 33 percent from beyond the arc overall and 40 percent in SEC play. She converted 83.8 percent of her free throws.
Her Defensive Rebounding Could Be Especially Useful
Janneh's defensive rebounding limits opponents' second chances and creates opportunities for Tennessee to push the ball. She averaged 9.8 rebounds across three college seasons and recorded 39 double-doubles.
National Attention Adds to Tennessee’s Preseason Intrigue
Janneh is one of six SEC players on the McClain watch list. She also joins teammate Kaylene Smikle on the Cheryl Miller Award watch list.
Tennessee Hosts Duquesne Monday
The Lady Vols host Duquesne on Monday at 6:30 p.m. The game will stream on SECN+ for Janneh's next step: turning proven production into a productive first season in Knoxville.
The short version
Tennessee Lady Vols forward Fatmata Janneh made the 2027 Katrina McClain Award preseason watch list for top NCAA Division I women's college basketball power forward.
