HIALEAH, Fla. — Florida National University’s women’s basketball newcomer Samantha Vales was named the Continental Athletic Conference Offensive Player of the Week after scoring 12 points in the Conquistadors’ 55-50 victory against Ave Maria University. Vales made 57.1 percent of her field-goal attempts and added three assists in the win. The victory was Florida National’s second against Ave Maria in program history.
Through two contests, Vales was averaging seven points in 22.5 minutes per game. She also had seven assists and was shooting 45.5 percent from the field. The Miami native’s award marked Florida National’s second consecutive week with a player receiving a weekly conference honor.
Florida National scheduled to host New College
Florida National was scheduled to host New College of Florida on Nov. 10, 2026, at 3 p.m. The matchup was set to follow Vales’ award-winning performance against Ave Maria. Florida National entered the scheduled game with Vales contributing as both a scorer and passer through the team’s first two contests.
FSB Take
Vales’ early production gives Florida National a verified offensive contributor in multiple areas. Her seven assists through two contests and 45.5 percent field-goal shooting complement the 12-point performance that secured the CAC honor. That combination is the clearest supported takeaway from her start to the season and the team’s scheduled matchup with New College.
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