CONGRATULATIONS: Nebraska Cornhuskers Star Alexis Markowski Wins Clutch Player of the Year, Breaks Records
In a season destined for the history books, Nebraska Cornhuskers women’s basketball standout Alexis Markowski has officially cemented her legacy. The 6’3” forward from Lincoln, Nebraska was named Clutch Player of the Year, capping off a remarkable season in which she broke multiple school and Big Ten records, lifted her team to national prominence, and delivered some of the most unforgettable moments in Nebraska sports history.
Markowski, already known for her dominance in the paint and cool composure under pressure, delivered time and again when it mattered most. Her averages—21.4 points, 11.3 rebounds, and 2.6 blocks per game—only tell part of the story. It was her timing that made her great. Over the course of the 2024-2025 season, she tallied nine double-doubles in games decided by five points or fewer, including a buzzer-beating fadeaway to topple No. 2-ranked Iowa in January—a game that instantly went viral and was dubbed “The Shot Heard Around the Big Ten.”
The Clutch Player of the Year award, introduced just three years ago to honor those who consistently perform under pressure, has found its most deserving recipient yet. Voted on by coaches, media, and fans, the award recognizes not just stats, but heart. And Markowski brought both in abundance.
Nebraska’s season, which ended with an Elite Eight appearance—their deepest NCAA tournament run in program history—was powered by Markowski’s leadership on and off the court. In the tournament, she averaged 24.2 points and 12 rebounds per game, including a monumental 30-point, 15-rebound performance in a comeback win over Tennessee, solidifying her status as a force of nature when the spotlight burned brightest.
Her records this season were staggering. She became the first player in Nebraska women’s basketball history to record 25 double-doubles in a single season, surpassing the legendary Jordan Hooper. Markowski also set a school record for most rebounds in a single game (24), a performance that left fans and analysts in awe.
“Alexis has been the heartbeat of our program,” said head coach Amy Williams. “When everything is on the line, she delivers. Period.”
Off the court, Markowski has remained grounded. A communications major with a 3.8 GPA, she’s also been active in community outreach, mentoring young athletes and leading fundraisers for Lincoln-area schools. Despite her national spotlight, she’s never forgotten her roots.
As the confetti settles and accolades pile up, one thing is certain: Alexis Markowski’s name will forever echo in Nebraska’s rafters. With another year of eligibility remaining, fans are already buzzing about what’s next for the clutch queen of the Cornhuskers.
In a season defined by grit, grace, and greatness, Alexis Markowski didn’t just play the game—she changed it.
