Kaitlin Imai named Student-Athlete of the Week

Imai averaged 20.0 points per game.

Kaitlin Imai
February 23, 2026

Salem, Ore. — The Northwest Conference (NWC) has named Kaitlin Imai as the Women's Basketball Student-Athlete of the Week for her dominant performance during the final stretch of the regular season.

Imai, a senior guard from Santa Cruz, California, capped off her collegiate career with a masterclass in versatility and leadership. In a commanding 86–67 victory over Lewis & Clark, Imai spearheaded the Bearcats' offense, dropping 26 points while flirting with a triple-double by adding 8 rebounds and 5 assists.

Weekly Performance Highlights

Over the course of the two-game weekend, Imai proved to be one of the most efficient and impactful players in the conference:

  • Scoring: Averaged 20.0 points per game.

  • Rebounding: Averaged 8.5 boards per game.

  • Efficiency: Shot 43% from the field and a blistering 43% (6-of-14) from beyond the arc.

  • All-Around Play: Tallied 7 assists, 2 steals, and 2 blocks across the two contests.