Former USC Salkehatchie standout Donald Simms was named the Lone Star Conference Newcomer of the Year as a member of the West Texas A&M Buffs. Sims was also named to theLone Star Conference second team for his efforts on the hardwood.
The Buffs kick off the tournament at 12 p.m. tomorrow against the Greyhounds of Eastern New Mexico at the Allen Event Center.
USC Salkehatchie head coach Travis Garrett said, "That is a big award and I am happy for Donald. I knew he had it in him to play hard and excell at the next level, I hope the guys still here will look at him and see hard work pays off."
