Herring Earns Fourth CCC Defensive Player of the Week Honor

LC State Women's Basketball player recognized for defensive efforts

Jan. 27, 2026 at 5:47pm

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Darian Herring, a junior on the LC State Women's Basketball team, has been named the Cascade Conference McDonald's Defensive Player of the Week for the fourth time this season. Herring helped the No. 13 ranked Warriors hold their top-tier opponents under 60 points over the weekend, leading to a combined 35% shooting from the floor and 22.6% from 3-point range.

Why it matters

Herring's defensive prowess has been a key factor in LC State's success this season, as the team continues to climb the rankings. Her ability to shut down opponents and create turnovers has directly led to points for the Warriors, showcasing her value as an all-around player.

The details

Herring averaged 11.5 points and seven rebounds per game, with three steals and two blocks. Her defense led directly to 11 points, and she also contributed eight assists to help guide the offense. This is Herring's fourth weekly honor of the season and sixth of her career, making her only the second LC State player to earn four Defensive Player of the Week awards in a single season.

  • Herring earned the Defensive Player of the Week honor on Monday, January 26, 2026.
  • Callie Stevens earned Player of the Week honors four times in the 2022-23 and 2023-24 seasons.

The players

Darian Herring

A junior on the LC State Women's Basketball team who has been named the Cascade Conference McDonald's Defensive Player of the Week four times this season.

Callie Stevens

A former LC State Women's Basketball player who earned Player of the Week honors four times in the 2022-23 and 2023-24 seasons.

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What they’re saying

“Herring's defense led directly to 11 points, and she helped guide the offense with eight assists.”

— Alisha Alexander, Assistant Athletic Director-Sports Information

What’s next

The Warriors travel to Oregon this weekend for matchups with Oregon Tech and (RV) Southern Oregon.

The takeaway

Darian Herring's defensive prowess has been a driving force behind LC State's success this season, as she continues to earn recognition as one of the top defensive players in the Cascade Conference. Her ability to shut down opponents and create scoring opportunities for her team makes her an invaluable asset to the Warriors.