Madi Morson Named MAC Player of the Year, Darrington All-MAC Second Team

Central Michigan sophomore duo collects conference honors for second straight season

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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Central Michigan University sophomore Madi Morson was named the Mid-American Conference Women's Basketball Player of the Year, while fellow sophomore Ayanna-Sarai Darrington earned a spot on the All-MAC Second Team. Morson is the fifth player in program history to claim the MAC Player of the Year title and the first to win the award in back-to-back seasons. Darrington led the conference in offensive rebounds per game and finished in the top 10 in points and rebounds per game.

Why it matters

The recognition of Morson and Darrington's standout seasons highlights the strength of Central Michigan's women's basketball program and their continued success in the Mid-American Conference. Morson's back-to-back Player of the Year awards cement her status as one of the top players in the league, while Darrington's All-MAC Second Team selection showcases the depth of talent on the Chippewas roster.

The details

Morson led the MAC in scoring this season, averaging 20 points per game, the first Chippewa to reach that mark since the 2020-21 season. She shot an impressive 49% from the field, 40% from three-point range, and 84.1% from the free throw line. Darrington was a force on the boards, leading the conference in offensive rebounds per game and finishing in the top 10 in both points and rebounds per contest.

  • Morson was named the MAC Freshman of the Year in 2025.
  • Morson and Darrington are both sophomores this season.

The players

Madi Morson

A sophomore at Central Michigan University, Morson was named the Mid-American Conference Women's Basketball Player of the Year and earned a spot on the All-MAC First Team. She led the conference in scoring this season and became the fastest player in program history to reach 1,000 career points.

Ayanna-Sarai Darrington

A sophomore at Central Michigan University, Darrington was named to the All-MAC Second Team. She led the conference in offensive rebounds per game and finished in the top 10 in both points and rebounds per contest.

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What’s next

The Chippewas, who earned the fourth seed in the 2026 MAC Women's Basketball Tournament, will open the league postseason on Wednesday afternoon against fifth-seeded Ohio.

The takeaway

Central Michigan's women's basketball program continues to be a force in the Mid-American Conference, with Madi Morson and Ayanna-Sarai Darrington leading the way. Morson's back-to-back Player of the Year awards and Darrington's All-MAC Second Team selection showcase the depth of talent on the Chippewas roster and their potential for continued success in the postseason.