Atreonia Garner Named SIAC Preseason Player of the Ye

In a strong show of confidence from coaches and media alike, Atreonia Garner of Clark Atlanta University has been honored as the SIAC Women’s Basketball 2025-26 Preseason Player of the Year, along with being selected to the Preseason First Team. 

This accolade doesn’t just reflect past performance — it signals the expectations placed upon Garner to be one of the defining talents in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference this season.

From Promise to Preseason Poise

A Look Back at Garner’s Track Record

Garner’s basketball journey at Clark Atlanta has been marked by consistent growth and impact. During previous seasons, she ranked among the leaders for the Lady Panthers in both scoring and rebounding. 

In 2024, Garner and teammate Corriana Evans both earned SIAC First Team honors prior to the season, demonstrating that Garner’s name has been in conference conversations for more than a single season. 

Her high school background also shows early signs of her competitiveness and scoring ability.

The Honor & What It Means

Being named Preseason Player of the Year is no small feat. It reflects a consensus that Garner is not only a key player in her own program but one of the very best across the SIAC. The honor implies expectations of consistent production, leadership, and the ability to elevate her team on both ends of the court.

The selection to the Preseason First Team further cements that she is viewed among the top handful of returning players in the conference. 

Of note: Preseason honors in the SIAC are voted on by the league’s head coaches and sports information directors, making them a peer and media-informed forecast of performance.