Remembering the 1984 Kodak Women's All-American Team, the first all-Black women’s team selection

The 1984 Kodak Women's All-American team made history as the first all-Black women’s All-American Team selection. Comprised of Naismith recipients, record holders and all-time greats, the '84 team set the bar high not only for Black women but for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

Here's a breakdown below of the 1984 Kodak Women's All-American roster and their accolades.

Tresa Brown | North Carolina

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While at UNC, Tresa Brown led the Tar Heels to their first ACC title in 1984 as tournament MVP. Brown became the first UNC player to earn both Kodak All-American selection and ACC Player of the Year honors. She currently ranks sixth in career scoring (1,931), third in field goal percentage (54.7%), and ninth in scoring average (15.96) among all-time Tar Heels.

Janet Harris | Georgia 

Janet Harris was the first women's basketball player in NCAA history to score 2,500 points and collect 1,250 rebounds while at UGA. Harris ranks 44th in career points (2,641) and 25th in rebounds (1,398) in the NCAA record books.  As the first player in league history to be named first-team All-SEC four times, Harris helped lead the Bulldogs to their first SEC championship and NCAA Final Four appearance in 1983, and they returned to the Final Four in 1985.

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Becky Jackson | Auburn

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From 1980 to 1984, Becky Jackson guided the Tigers, earning the title of four-time All-SEC performer and 1981 SEC Tournament MVP. Among Tiger career leaders, Jackson ranks seventh in free throws (340), second in rebounds (1,118), third in field goals (254) and second in scoring (2,068). In the NCAA record books, she ranks third in field-goal percentage (66.2%).

Yolanda Laney | Cheney State

Yolanda Laney was named 1984 MOP in the East Regional of the NCAA tournament as she led Cheney State to its second Final Four in the first three years of the NCAA tournament's existence, which also included a run to the 1982 inaugural national championship game. Cheyney State remains the only HBCU to compete in a Final Four or the DI women's championship game. Laney totalled 83 points and 22 rebounds in that 1982 NCAA tournament. Decades later, Laney is still ranked third for most field goals attempted in a women's Final Four game (27).

Janice Lawrence | Louisiana Tech

During her time at Louisiana Tech, Janice Lawrence won the first-ever MOP during the first-ever NCAA Final Four in 1982. She played a pivotal role in guiding Louisiana Tech to two national championships (1981, 1982) and multiple Final Four appearances. Lawrence recorded 15 points in the national semifinals and 20 points in the championship game, averaging 60% from the field in both games. Her outstanding contributions earned her the 1983-84 Wade Trophy, recognizing her as the best player in women's college basketball. Lawrence ranks second in scoring (2,403) and fifth in rebounds (1,097) in program history.

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Pam McGee | USC

Pam McGee played a pivotal role in guiding Southern California to consecutive titles in 1983 and '84. In the 1983 NCAA women's tournament, McGee led the entire field in field goal percentage (71.2%) and ranked fourth in tournament scoring (95 points). As a three-time All-NCAA first-team selection, McGee holds a significant place in Trojans history, ranking sixth in scoring (2,214 points) and second in rebounding (1,255).

Cheryl Miller USC

Three-time Naismith Award winner Cheryl Miller led Southern California to consecutive national championships along with McGee. As a freshman, she averaged 21.5 points in the 1983 Final Four. In 1984, Miller scored 22 points and 10 rebounds in the semifinals; then with 16 points, seven assists and six rebounds in the championship game. Miller ranks 10th in NCAA all-time rebounds (1,534) and holds the records as Trojans' scoring leader (3,018) and rebounder (1,534). 

Annette Smith | Texas

Annette Smith is the Longhorns' all-time leading scorer across both men's and women's basketball (2,523). After suffering an injury during her senior year, Smith returned to help the Longhorns to the semifinals and the championship in 1986 after falling to Western Kentucky a year prior during the 1985 NCAA Midwest Region semifinal. 

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Marilyn Stephens | Temple

Marilyn Stephens is Temple's all-time leader in rebounds (1,519), blocked shots (342) and is second in scoring (2,194). Stephens' name is also found amongst many NCAA career leaders, ranking 13th in rebounds (1,519) and ninth in rebounds per game (13.0). She was named two-time Philadelphia Big 5 Player of the Year, and the 1983 and '84 Atlantic 10 Conference Player of the Year.

Joyce Walker | LSU

Joyce Walker holds a unique position in LSU history, being the sole player to secure a spot in the school’s top 10 for scoring, rebounding, assists, steals and blocked shots. Walker's achievements extend to the SEC record books where she is recognized as the third-ranked leading scorer (2,906). With 27.6 points per game, her accolades included two-time State Farm All-American, Basketball News, and JC Penny All-American team honors.

1984 Women's Basketball Award recipients

Here's a look at the women's college basketball award recipients from the 1984 season.