Orono, Maine -- Incoming University of Maine women's basketball player Naira Caceres was named the Most Valuable Player of the Spanish Championship after helping the team capture the Gold Medal at the 2016 U18 National games.

Caceres averaged a double-double during the tournament with 18.5 points and 15.2 rebounds to go along with 4.3 assists and 2.5 steals. Caceres rebounding efforts also earned her the award for best rebounder.

Caceres, who scored 14 or more points in all championship games, scored 10 points and added 20 rebounds in the final against Saint Adria.

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