Asia-Basket.com All-Lebanese WLBL Awards 2025

- May 27, 2025
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In the recent basketball season of the WLBL, several standout players made significant contributions to their respective teams, leading them to success and earning individual accolades. Quionche Carter, an American swingman, showcased exceptional skills and was named the Player of the Year for Sporting Al Riyadi Beirut. Graduating from FGCU, Carter not only earned multiple awards such as Defensive Player of the Year and Import Player of the Year but also secured spots in various elite teams. Her outstanding performance helped Sporting Al Riyadi Beirut achieve an impressive regular-season record and clinch the championship by defeating Homentmen Antelias. Carter's versatility as a playmaker was evident as she ranked fourth in points per game and averaged almost 8 rebounds per game. She consistently delivered high-scoring games and recorded multiple double-doubles throughout the season. Rebecca Akl, a talented Brazilian point guard, was recognized as the Domestic Player of the Year for Sporting Al Riyadi Beirut. Akl's skills were instrumental in her team's success, particularly in the final series victory over Homentmen Antelias. She excelled in playmaking, ranking third in assists per game and averaging nearly 15 points per game. Akl's ability to score consistently and contribute to her team's success was evident in her performance throughout the season. Da'Nasia Hood, an American forward and Texas State at San Marcos alumna, was voted the Forward of the Year for Sporting Al Riyadi Beirut. Hood's exceptional performance on both ends of the court earned her several awards and recognitions, including a spot in the First Team and Defensive Team. Her scoring prowess and rebounding skills were crucial in helping her team secure the championship by defeating Homentmen Antelias. Hood's consistency in delivering high-scoring games and recording double-doubles showcased her impact on the team's success. Madjiguene Sene, a 30-year-old Senegalese center from Sporting Bkennaya, was named the Center of the Year in the WLBL. Sene led the league in points per game and rebounds per game, demonstrating her dominance in the paint. With an impressive number of high-scoring games and double-doubles, Sene's contributions were vital to her team's performance throughout the season. Martha Burse, an American guard from Homentmen Antelias, earned a spot in the First Team of the WLBL. Burse played a key role in her team's success, helping them achieve an impressive regular-season record and reach the finals. Despite falling short in the championship, Burse's scoring ability and playmaking skills were evident as she consistently contributed over 20 points and 5 assists per game. Overall, these standout players exemplified excellence in their respective positions, showcasing their talent, skill, and dedication to the game of basketball.
Player of the Year: USA Quionche Carter (183-G/F) of Al Riyadi
Finals MVP: USA Sedona Prince (201-F-25) of Al Riyadi
Defensive Player of the Year: USA Quionche Carter (183-G/F) of Al Riyadi
Domestic Player of the Year: Lebanon Rebecca Akl (170-PG-33) of Al Riyadi
Import Player of the Year: USA Quionche Carter (183-G/F) of Al Riyadi
Guard of the Year: USA Quionche Carter (183-G/F) of Al Riyadi
Forward of the Year: USA Da'Nasia Hood (185-F-25) of Al Riyadi
Center of the Year: Senegal Madjiguene Sene (197-C-31) of Sporting B.
Best Prospect of the Year: Lebanon Maygen Naassan (180-F-19) of Al Riyadi
Coach of the Year: Hebatalla Hassanein of Al Riyadi


Asia-Basket.com Lebanese WLBL First Team 2025
Carter
Hood
Sene
Burse
Akl

First Team
USA Quionche Carter (183-G/F) of Al Riyadi
USA Da'Nasia Hood (185-F-25) of Al Riyadi
Senegal Madjiguene Sene (197-C-31) of Sporting B.
USA Martha Burse (168-G-29) of Homentmen A.
Lebanon Rebecca Akl (170-PG-33) of Al Riyadi


Asia-Basket.com Lebanese WLBL Second Team 2025
Archer
Macaulay
Allen
Mansour
Bethel

Second Team
USA Jillian Archer (188-F-25) of Homentmen A.
Nigeria Victoria Macaulay (193-F/C-35) of Azour
USA Jacaira Allen (180-G-27) of Homentmen A.
Lebanon Amar Mansour (178-PG-21) of Azour
USA Akilah Bethel (183-F-32) of Club Beirut


Asia-Basket.com Lebanese WLBL Third Team 2025
Martin
McGee-Stafford
Stephens
Lucas
Malashenko

Third Team
USA Tynice Martin (180-G-28) of Sporting B.
USA Imani McGee-Stafford (201-C-31) of Club Beirut
USA Tina Stephens (188-PF-26) of Champs
USA Italee Lucas (172-G-36) of Azour
Ukraine Olesia Malashenko (191-PF-34) of NSA


Asia-Basket.com Lebanese WLBL Honorable Mention 2025
Ashby
Beddawi
Woodard
Fayad
Torossian
Elias
Harris
Griffith-Wallace

Honorable Mention
USA Jemimah Ashby (175-G/F-34) of Almtayleb
Lebanon Sandra Beddawi (168-PG-33) of Sporting B.
USA Daja Woodard (190-F) of Almtayleb
Lebanon Daniella Fayad (180-G/F-28) of Homentmen A.
Lebanon Meghrie Torossian (G) of Al Riyadi
Lebanon Zena Elias (190-C-25) of Club Beirut
USA Jazmin Harris (190-C) of Antranik
Canada Janika Griffith-Wallace (173-G-27) of Champs


Asia-Basket.com Lebanese WLBL All-Domestic Players Team 2025
Akl
Mansour
Fayad
Bakhos
Elias

All-Domestic Players Team
Lebanon Rebecca Akl (170-PG-33) of Al Riyadi
Lebanon Amar Mansour (178-PG-21) of Azour
Lebanon Daniella Fayad (180-G/F-28) of Homentmen A.
Lebanon Aida Bakhos (178-F-39) of Azour
Lebanon Zena Elias (190-C-25) of Club Beirut


Asia-Basket.com Lebanese WLBL All-Imports Team 2025
Carter
Hood
Sene
Burse
Allen

All-Imports Team
USA Quionche Carter (183-G/F) of Al Riyadi
USA Da'Nasia Hood (185-F-25) of Al Riyadi
Senegal Madjiguene Sene (197-C-31) of Sporting B.
USA Martha Burse (168-G-29) of Homentmen A.
USA Jacaira Allen (180-G-27) of Homentmen A.


Asia-Basket.com Lebanese WLBL All-Defensive Team 2025
Carter
Hood
Sene
Burse
Allen

All-Defensive Team
USA Quionche Carter (183-G/F) of Al Riyadi
USA Da'Nasia Hood (185-F-25) of Al Riyadi
Senegal Madjiguene Sene (197-C-31) of Sporting B.
USA Martha Burse (168-G-29) of Homentmen A.
USA Jacaira Allen (180-G-27) of Homentmen A.

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Standings
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15-2
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9-7
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7-10
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6-10
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6-11
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1-15
Full Standings
Last Updated: 6/2/2026
WLBL Stats Leaders
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Matharu_Aliyah

Almtayleb
(170-G -2001)
Avg: 31.4

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21.9
WLBL Player of the Week: Round 16(RS)
Syrita Faraj

NSA
(175-G)