In a moment that will be remembered as a defining chapter in Nebraska basketball history, Britt Prince, standout guard for the Nebraska Cornhuskers, has officially been awarded both the 2025 Bob Cousy Award—given annually to the top point guard in college basketball—and the prestigious midseason Wooden Award, signaling her as one of the most dominant players in the nation.This rare double honor places Prince among an elite group of college athletes and cements her status as a transformative figure not just for the Cornhuskers program, but for women’s college basketball as a whole.
“I’m speechless,” Prince said, eyes welling with emotion as the announcement was made. “These awards mean so much, but it’s about more than just me. It’s about this team, this school, and everyone who believed in me from day one.”
A Historic Run for a Hometown Star
Hailing from Elkhorn, Nebraska, Britt Prince arrived in Lincoln as one of the most anticipated recruits in program history—and she has not only lived up to the hype, but completely shattered expectations.
Through the first half of the 2024–2025 season, Prince has averaged 21.4 points, 7.1 assists, 5.6 rebounds, and 2.3 steals per game, leading the Cornhuskers to their best conference record in over a decade. Her court vision, lethal mid-range jumper, and fierce on-ball defense have made her virtually unguardable and the engine behind Nebraska’s rise in national rankings.
“She’s got that fire,” said Nebraska head coach Amy Williams. “But what separates Britt is her poise, her leadership, and the way she elevates everyone around her. This isn’t just a player having a good season—this is a generational talent.”
The Bob Cousy Award: A Nod to Pure Point Guard Play
The Bob Cousy Award, presented by the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, honors the top point guard in Division I basketball. Prince is the first Cornhusker—men’s or women’s—to ever receive the award, and her win is particularly meaningful given her style of play, which mirrors the floor-general brilliance Cousy himself embodied.
She beat out a competitive field of finalists, including top-ranked guards from UConn, Stanford, and LSU, all known for their high-level play and championship potential.
Wooden Award Recognition: A National Statement
To pair her Cousy Award with the midseason Wooden Award—given to the most outstanding player in college basketball—makes her accomplishment even more historic. While the full-season Wooden Award will be announced later in the year, the midseason honor is reserved for players demonstrating dominant performances, leadership, and consistency on and off the court.
Prince is one of only a handful of women in the last 15 years to win both awards in the same season.
“This is the kind of moment young athletes dream about,” said ESPN analyst LaChina Robinson. “What Britt Prince is doing right now is not just impressive—it’s a movement. Nebraska isn’t just a football school anymore.”
Impact Beyond the Stats
Beyond her numbers, Prince has become a symbol of pride for the entire state of Nebraska. She’s sold out home games, boosted media coverage for women’s sports across the Midwest, and has inspired a new generation of girls to lace up sneakers and dream big.
The buzz around her is already spilling into national conversations about the WNBA Draft, NIL partnerships, and her influence on the future of women’s sports branding. Though Prince has not made any official decisions about turning pro, she’s already viewed as a future first-round pick.
“She’s the face of college basketball right now,” said WNBA legend Sue Bird. “And she’s doing it her way—humble, fearless, and full of passion.”
What’s Next for Prince and the Cornhuskers?
With Nebraska on track for a deep NCAA tournament run and Prince playing at a historic level, the second half of the season promises to be electric. Expectations are sky-high, but if her play so far is any indication, she’s just getting started.
“I’m grateful,” Prince said after receiving her honors. “But we’ve got work to do. Championships are the goal. Awards are nice, but I want to hang a banner in Lincoln.”