Xavier's Scoring Guard Named to All-BIG EAST Second Team
Mariyah Noel, a 5'11" junior guard for the Xavier Musketeers, is the team's leading scorer (15.0 PPG) and second-leading rebounder (6.3 RPG) in the 2025-26 season, earning All-BIG EAST Second Team honors[1][2]. Her differentiator is a dramatic transformation from a limited SEC role (2.2 PPG at Ole Miss) to Xavier's go-to guard averaging 15.9 PPG in 33.3 minutes, showcasing elite intensity and adaptability[3][9]. With 71 assists, 28 steals, and 12 blocks, she offers rare all-around production for a guard, blending scoring punch with defensive grit[1]. While her 37.3% FG and 31.6% 3P% suggest efficiency work remains, her volume scoring, rebounding from the guard spot, and proven ability to thrive in a new conference make her a high-impact fit for teams needing a primary ball-handler who can also crash the glass[2][5].
