Vales uses electric performance for CAC Offensive Player of the Week honors

HIALEAH, Fla. (Nov. 10, 2026) — Florida National women's basketball earned its second consecutive week with one of its players taking home a weekly conference award, as newcomer Samantha Vales was named the Continental Athletic Conference (CAC) Offensive Player of the Week.

"Samantha Vales scored 12 points in the Conquistadors' 55-50 victory against Ave Maria University (Florida)," said the CAC. "The Miami native made 57.1 percent of her field goals; she also distributed three assists to help FNU claim its second win against Ave Maria in program history."

Vales is averaging seven points in 22.5 minutes per game through two contests. She's tallied seven assists and is shooting 45.5% from the field.

Vales and FNU host New College of Florida Tuesday at 3 p.m., seeking a second consecutive win at home.

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Players Mentioned

#23 Samantha Vales: G; 5' 3"; Junior

Players Mentioned

#23 Samantha Vales
: 5' 3"; Junior
: G

Players Mentioned

#23 Samantha Vales

Players Mentioned

#23 Samantha Vales