Texas women’s basketball player of the week: Madison Booker shines vs. Baylor

Texas forward Madison Booker earns Player of the Week honors after a dominant performance against No. 13 Baylor, leading the Longhorns to a perfect 12–0 start.
Dec 14, 2025; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns forward Madison Booker (35) dribbles the ball upcourt against the Baylor Bears during the first half at Dickies Arena. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
Dec 14, 2025; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns forward Madison Booker (35) dribbles the ball upcourt against the Baylor Bears during the first half at Dickies Arena. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images | Chris Jones-Imagn Images

Texas women's basketball continues to dominate, and though multiple players have contributed to their success so far in 2025, one specific Longhorn stands out.

Player of the week: Madison Booker

School: No. 2 Texas Longhorns

Position: Forward

Class: Junior

Week in review

vs. No. 13 Baylor

Points: 27

Rebounds: 8

Assists: 5

Steals/Blocks: 3 / 0

Shooting splits: 70.6% FG | 75% FT

Team record: 12–0

Against ranked competition, Madison Booker delivered one of the most complete performances of the season, asserting herself as the best player on the floor from the opening tip.

Why she earned player of the week

Booker controlled the game on both ends, combining elite efficiency with high-level decision-making. She consistently punished mismatches, finished through contact, and dictated tempo in transition. Her ability to score without stalling the offense allowed Texas to remain balanced and lethal throughout the contest.

Beyond the box score, Booker’s impact showed in her command of space, willingness to make the extra pass, and physicality on the glass. In a marquee matchup, she elevated her game—and everyone around her.

Film notes

- Excellent floor spacing and off-ball awareness

- Strong defensive anticipation and timing

- Poised decision-making with disciplined shot selection

- Relentless motor and physical presence on the boards

What it means for Texas

This performance reinforces Texas’ position as a national contender as SEC play quickly approaches. When Madison Booker is operating at this type of level, the Longhorns are efficient, versatile, and extremely difficult to defend. Her consistency and leadership set the tone for a team built to make a deep postseason run.

Week of: December 15–19, 2025

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