JuJu Watkins's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 2, 2026

A closer look at the biggest achievements of JuJu Watkins. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Judea Skies "JuJu" Watkins is an American college basketball player currently playing for the USC Trojans in the Big Ten Conference. Details about her specific achievements, playing style, or future prospects were not provided in the prompt.

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Full Timeline Success & Recognition

1984: Tina Hutchinson's Division I Freshman Scoring Record

Since 1984, Tina Hutchinson of San Diego State held the Division I freshman scoring record, which was broken by JuJu Watkins in 2024.

1989: Cherie Nelson's USC Single-Game Scoring Record

Since 1989, Cherie Nelson held the USC single-game scoring record until JuJu Watkins broke it in 2024.

1990: Lisa Leslie's Freshman Debut Points Record

In 1990, Lisa Leslie set the USC record for points in a freshman debut, which was later surpassed by JuJu Watkins in 2023.

2010: Elena Delle Donne's 50-Point Game

In 2010, Elena Delle Donne of Delaware had the first 50-point game by an NCAA Division I freshman, a feat matched by JuJu Watkins in 2024.

2020: Sports Illustrated Kids SportsKid of the Year

In 2020, JuJu Watkins was named SportsKid of the Year by Sports Illustrated Kids.

2021: FIBA Under-16 Americas Championship MVP

In 2021, JuJu Watkins was named Most Valuable Player of the FIBA Under-16 Americas Championship after winning a gold medal with the United States.

2022: FIBA Under-17 World Cup MVP

In 2022, JuJu Watkins was named the Most Valuable Player of the FIBA Under-17 World Cup after winning a gold medal with the United States.

November 6, 2023: College Debut

On November 6, 2023, JuJu Watkins made her college debut, scoring 32 points in an 83-74 upset win over AP No. 7 Ohio State, setting the USC record for points in a freshman debut.

2024: Pac-12 Tournament Win and NCAA Tournament Elite Eight Appearance

In 2024, JuJu Watkins led USC to win its first Pac-12 tournament since 2014 and also led the team to the Elite Eight of the NCAA tournament, where she broke the Division I freshman scoring record.