Naismith Trophy: Unpacking the Voting Process for College Basketball’s Highest Individual Honor
The Naismith Player of the Year Award recognizes college basketball’s top talents through a multi-stage selection process. A panel of experts, including coaches, administrators, and journalists, ultimately decides the winner.
While fan votes contribute a small percentage (5%), the award’s integrity is maintained by the thorough evaluation of players’ season-long performance, leadership, and team impact by a dedicated voting academy.