Nigerian Rookie makes waves in Juco, USA

At the Women's National Junior College Athlete Association, team Baltimore City Community College led by Nigerian rookie Vivian Chigbu, popularly known as Paloma back home, had a great season.

Although the female Basketball team lost to Hartford Community College at the finals, 61-90; Baltimore awarded Vivian the MVP trophy, for being very outstanding throughout the season.

"I never knew I would be the MVP in my team, but one thing I have in mind anytime I step on the court, is to win and help my team in every way I can, defensively and offensively and go hard on the court!"

"I might not be the perfect teammate, but I made sure to help my team and be a good leader"

"I am so excited winning the MVP as this showed my effort and hard work during the season, and I am grateful to God who made it possible and my teammates and coaches who believed in me"

Other awards she got was for cross country; Rookie of the Year Award and Unsung Hero Award and Top five All-Tournament Team Award.

Last season she hit a career high and double-double (28 points and 21 rebounds) against Riverhawks, which led to her team victory of 104-38.

Vivian looks forward to be a better season come next season.