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Fournier, Richardson Earn Preseason ACC Honors
10/15/2024 5:00:00 PM | Women's Basketball
DURHAM, N.C. – Duke women's basketball senior Reigan Richardson was tapped a Preseason All-ACC selection and freshman Toby Fournier earned a spot on the Newcomer Watch List, as the league unveiled its preseason honors ahead of the 2024-25 season. The conference made the announcement Tuesday evening following a vote by the league's head coaches and a panel of media.
The Blue Devils were also picked to finish third in the high-powered league, garnering 1,446 points. Notre Dame topped the list as the preseason favorite with 1,726 points and 70 first-place votes, NC State comes in second with 1,617 and eight, respectively. Louisville and Florida State round out the top five in the predicted order of finish.
Fournier received the most votes on the five-person watch list, leading the way with 222. She was joined by Imari Berry (Louisville), Kate Koval (Notre Dame), Zamereya Jones (NC State) and Liza Karlen (Notre Dame).
Richardson earned 202 votes to secure her spot on the preseason all-conference team. The senior is coming off a breakout junior campaign that saw her lead the team in scoring (12.4 ppg), garner All-ACC Second Team accolades and help lead the Blue Devils to the program's 18th Sweet 16. Richardson notched double figures 20 times and had seven outings with 20-plus points, including back-to-back games of 25 and 28, respectively, in NCAA Tournament wins over Richmond and Ohio State.
Duke, tapped No. 11 in the Associated Press (AP) preseason poll, officially tips off the 2024-25 season against Radford Monday, Nov. 4 in the Blue Devils' third annual Education Day game. Tipoff is set for 11 a.m., live on ACCNX.
Blue Ribbon Panel Predicted Order of Finish (79 voters)
Blue Ribbon Panel Preseason All-ACC Team (First-place votes – 79 voters)
Hannah Hidalgo So., G, Notre Dame, 921 (62 first-place votes)
Ta'Niya Latson, Florida State, 734 (9 first-place votes)
Saniya Rivers, NC State, 527 (2 first-place votes)
Aziaha James, NC State, 473 (1 first-place vote)
Olivia Miles, Notre Dame, 457 (4 first-place votes)
Sonia Citron, Notre Dame, 331
Makayla Timpson, Florida State, 315
Alyssa Ustby, North Carolina, 308
Reigan Richardson, Duke, 202
Kymora Johnson, Virginia, 193 (1 first-place vote)
Newcomer Watch List
Toby Fournier, Duke, 222
Imari Berry, Louisville, 180
Kate Koval, Notre Dame, 177
Zamareya Jones, NC State, 116
Liza Karlen, Notre Dame, 109
To stay up to date with Duke women's basketball, follow the team on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook by searching "DukeWBB."
50 Seasons of Duke Women's Basketball
The 2024-25 season marks the 50th anniversary of Duke women's basketball, a program rich in tradition, excellence and success. From its early foundations to national dominance, the Blue Devils have become a powerhouse in both athletics and academics. Join us in commemorating five decades of sisterhood, championships and iconic moments as we set the stage for the next 50 years. For more information, please visit goduke.com/WBB50
Duke Centennial
In 2024, Duke celebrates its Centennial, marking one hundred years since Trinity College became Duke University. Duke will use this historic milestone to deepen the understanding of its history, inspire pride and strengthen bonds and partnerships, and prepare for a second century of continued excellence and impactful leadership. To learn more, please visit 100.duke.edu
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The Blue Devils were also picked to finish third in the high-powered league, garnering 1,446 points. Notre Dame topped the list as the preseason favorite with 1,726 points and 70 first-place votes, NC State comes in second with 1,617 and eight, respectively. Louisville and Florida State round out the top five in the predicted order of finish.
Fournier received the most votes on the five-person watch list, leading the way with 222. She was joined by Imari Berry (Louisville), Kate Koval (Notre Dame), Zamereya Jones (NC State) and Liza Karlen (Notre Dame).
Richardson earned 202 votes to secure her spot on the preseason all-conference team. The senior is coming off a breakout junior campaign that saw her lead the team in scoring (12.4 ppg), garner All-ACC Second Team accolades and help lead the Blue Devils to the program's 18th Sweet 16. Richardson notched double figures 20 times and had seven outings with 20-plus points, including back-to-back games of 25 and 28, respectively, in NCAA Tournament wins over Richmond and Ohio State.
Duke, tapped No. 11 in the Associated Press (AP) preseason poll, officially tips off the 2024-25 season against Radford Monday, Nov. 4 in the Blue Devils' third annual Education Day game. Tipoff is set for 11 a.m., live on ACCNX.
Blue Ribbon Panel Predicted Order of Finish (79 voters)
- Notre Dame (70), 1726
- NC State (8), 1617
- Duke, 1446
- Louisville, 1370
- Florida State, 1335
- North Carolina, 1279
- Stanford (1), 1214
- Miami, 883
- Virginia, 877
- Georgia Tech, 855
- Syracuse, 801
- Virginia Tech, 786
- Clemson, 553
- California, 546
- Boston College, 533
- SMU, 274
- Wake Forest, 259
- Pitt, 233
Blue Ribbon Panel Preseason All-ACC Team (First-place votes – 79 voters)
Hannah Hidalgo So., G, Notre Dame, 921 (62 first-place votes)
Ta'Niya Latson, Florida State, 734 (9 first-place votes)
Saniya Rivers, NC State, 527 (2 first-place votes)
Aziaha James, NC State, 473 (1 first-place vote)
Olivia Miles, Notre Dame, 457 (4 first-place votes)
Sonia Citron, Notre Dame, 331
Makayla Timpson, Florida State, 315
Alyssa Ustby, North Carolina, 308
Reigan Richardson, Duke, 202
Kymora Johnson, Virginia, 193 (1 first-place vote)
Newcomer Watch List
Toby Fournier, Duke, 222
Imari Berry, Louisville, 180
Kate Koval, Notre Dame, 177
Zamareya Jones, NC State, 116
Liza Karlen, Notre Dame, 109
To stay up to date with Duke women's basketball, follow the team on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook by searching "DukeWBB."
50 Seasons of Duke Women's Basketball
The 2024-25 season marks the 50th anniversary of Duke women's basketball, a program rich in tradition, excellence and success. From its early foundations to national dominance, the Blue Devils have become a powerhouse in both athletics and academics. Join us in commemorating five decades of sisterhood, championships and iconic moments as we set the stage for the next 50 years. For more information, please visit goduke.com/WBB50
Duke Centennial
In 2024, Duke celebrates its Centennial, marking one hundred years since Trinity College became Duke University. Duke will use this historic milestone to deepen the understanding of its history, inspire pride and strengthen bonds and partnerships, and prepare for a second century of continued excellence and impactful leadership. To learn more, please visit 100.duke.edu
#GoDuke
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