Toyaz Solomon of UNC Asheville has been named the Big South Conference Preseason Player of the Year.
Last season, Solomon started all 32 games, averaging 15.7 points per game, and leading the team in field goal percentage (.610), rebounds (7.2 per game), and blocked shots (51).
Delivered career-best outings throughout the year, including 24 points against North Florida, 15 rebounds at Central Arkansas, six assists versus Longwood, and six blocks against UNCW.
The Bulldogs were picked second in the preseason poll.
Author summary: Solomon named Preseason Player of the Year.