Big South Defensive Player of the Year Aaliyah Collins Dominates Both Ends as HPU's Elite Guard Facilitator
Aaliyah Collins is a high-impact senior guard for High Point who earned 2025-26 Big South Defensive Player of the Year honors after leading her team with 75 steals and 24 blocks while averaging 14.9 points, 4.3 assists, and shooting 49.5% from the field[1][2][6]. Her differentiator is her rare dual-threat ability to serve as the Panthers' primary facilitator (134 assists) and their most intense defensive disruptor, consistently impacting both ends of the floor with 26.5 minutes per game[2]. Collins is a back-to-back Big South champion and two-time tournament title winner known for her relentless intensity and clutch scoring, including a season-high 21 points against Santa Clara[1][2]. Recently invited to the 2026 WPBA Combine, she offers immediate value for any team needing a versatile, battle-tested guard who brings championship experience and elite defensive pressure without injury concerns[2][9]. She is an ideal fit for teams seeking a leader who elevates teammates while controlling the game's tempo.
