Pusateri Shines as Lubbock Christian’s Star Player
On January 6, 2026, Lubbock Christian University’s Antonio Pusateri earned the title of Lone Star Conference Offensive Player of the Week. This is his third award this season, though it’s noteworthy as he’s previously captured the Defensive Player of the Week title twice.
Pusateri has been instrumental for the No. 6-ranked Chaps. He averaged 22 points, pulled down 12 rebounds, and handed out 2.5 assists in two recent road victories against strong opponents, No. 13 St. Edward’s and No. 20 St. Mary’s. In a standout performance, he scored a career-high 32 points with an impressive shooting rate of 66.7%, leading to an 88-71 win over St. Edward’s. With this, he secured his tenth double-double this season.
Currently, Pusateri averages 16.2 points and 11.0 rebounds per game. He tops the team with a shooting percentage of .571 and has made significant contributions with 24 assists, 15 steals, and 14 blocks. Notably, his 176 total rebounds and ten double-doubles lead the nation.
Lubbock Christian stands at 14-2 for the season, holding a 5-1 record in conference play. They face Midwestern State this Thursday at 7:30 p.m. in Wichita Falls.
This impressive performance highlights Pusateri’s growth as a player. Experts in sports psychology emphasize that consistent recognition, like awards, can boost a player’s confidence and performance on the court. As Pusateri continues to improve, he becomes a significant player to watch this season, reshaping the landscape of college basketball with every game.
Fans are responding positively, taking to social media to celebrate Pusateri’s achievements and rally around the team. You can find more on their journey by checking updates on college basketball platforms and news sites.
