Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference reveals weekly men’s basketball aqualauds Howard University Freshman BlueMan Harper Howard University Freshman Blake Harper has been known to win consistently Rookie of the week award.
Harper averaged 22.0 points and 10.0 points and 10.0 rebounds against Coppin State and Bowie State.
On Monday, Jan. 13, the DC native went a perfect 12-for-12 (25 points and 12 boards) in the streak against CSU. Two days later, on January 15, he registered 19 points and eight rebounds against BSU.
This season, Harper is averaging 18.8 points per game and grabbing a league-high 6.9 rebounds per game.
“All the sacrifices and hours that went into it. It really reflects on my team, helping me get out there. It makes it easier for me. I’m thankful that my kids came out with me, so they helped me with my success.” Harper told 7news.
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Howard Coach Kenneth Blakeney said Harper’s play was key for the Bison to remain competitive during an injury-plagued season for the team.
“Blake’s presence has been a blessing in disguise, especially with the number of injuries we’ve had this year. I definitely realized how good a blade he is coming into the season, and it was good to see him perform and kind of get to his level and play at this point.”
Courtesy: Howard athletics