RICHMOND, Ky. – Eastern Kentucky University's I'Liyah Green was named Ohio Valley Conference Newcomer of the Week on Tuesday.
 
It is the second time this year the junior has won the honor.
 
Green had a stellar week averaging 11.0 points per game, 9.5 rebounds per game and 1.0 steal per game on 45 percent shooting from the field.
 
The junior posted her third double-double of the season with 10 points and a career-high 15 rebounds against EIU. Green followed that up with a career-best 12 points and four rebounds in the win over SIUE.
 
Eastern hits the road to Nashville when the Colonels take on Belmont on Thursday. Tip-off is scheduled for 6 p.m.