Salukis' Versatile Forward Powering MVC Contention
Southern Illinois Salukis forward Alissa Jaehnke stands out with her relentless intensity and basketball IQ, blending scoring prowess (averaging 14.2 PPG in 2025-26) with elite rebounding (9.1 RPG, top-50 nationally) and defensive tenacity; her crafty off-ball movement and screen navigation make her a matchup nightmare, ideal for teams needing a high-energy, multi-dimensional big who elevates teammates—watch her as a rising star post-injury comeback.
