Wheaton, Ill. - The College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) announced its 2024-25 All-Conference Men's Basketball Team on Monday afternoon, with Wheaton's Soren Richardson earning his a unanimous First Team All-CCIW award. Additionally, senior Nathan Clark was Wheaton's recipient of the CCIW RESPECT Award. 

Richardson was one of four members of the eight-man All-CCIW First Team unit that earned a unanimous selection to the squad. In 25 games this season, Richardson averaged a league-best 23.1 points per game - a mark that ranks eighth among all Division III men's basketball players. A two-time CCIW Student-Athlete of the Week selection, he shot 46.7% (201-430) from the field, making 62 three-pointers. Richardson shot 80.7% (113-140) at the free throw line on the year. He averaged 4.7 rebounds per game, 2.3 assists per game and 1.5 steals per game.  

In Wheaton's 16 CCIW contests this season, Richardson led the league in scoring with 23.3 points per game. He shot 48.3% (131-271) from the field, including 39.6% (42-106) from three-point range. Richardson averaged 4.4 rebounds per game, with 2.2 assists per game against league opponents. In Wheaton's win at North Park on February 5, Richardson scored 53 points against the Vikings. His 53-point effort is the fifth-highest point total ever in a CCIW game and is the highest point total in a conference game since North Park's Jack Ecker scored 54 points against Carthage in 1995. In Wheaton's final six games of the season, Richardson averaged a remarkable 30.3 points per game, including four games of more than 25 points. 

The CCIW also announced the men's basketball winners for each team of the RESPECT Award. Senior Nathan Clark (PICTURED RIGHT) was Wheaton's honoree of the RESPECT Award. At the conclusion of every sports season, each varsity program will recognize one student-athlete as their RESPECT Award honoree. RESPECT Award recipients have distinguished themselves as an integral member of the team, their institution and community by upholding the values of Responsibility, Enthusiasm, Service, Pride, Excellence, Collaboration and Trust. The RESPECT Award recognizes the intangible traits a student-athlete possesses that exemplify great character and encourages inclusiveness and a positive culture.