Leading on and off the court

By V.S. Santoni Jordan Obi, a fourth-year forward for the Penn women’s basketball team, has garnered numerous accolades throughout her collegiate career, demonstrating her prowess both on and off the court. Throughout her time at Penn, Obi has accumulated an impressive array of career honors, including two-time Second-Team All-Ivy selections in 2022 and 2023, and two-time Second-Team All-Big 5 recognitions in the same years. Additionally, she was named to the CoBL.com All-City 6 Second Team in 2022, showcasing her impact within the city’s basketball scene. Obi’s achievements extend beyond her team’s confines; she has received individual accolades such as Ivy League Player of the Week in December 2023 and multiple Ivy League Rookie of the Week titles. Notably, she joined the 1,000-point club on February 2, 2024, during a game against Brown, becoming only the 25th player in program history to achieve this milestone in just 74 games. In the 2022-23 season, Obi continued to excel, earning Second-Team All-Ivy and All-Big 5 honors. Her statistical contributions were substantial, as she ranked fourth in Ivy League rebounding and tenth in scoring. With six double-doubles and consistent performance, Obi solidified her presence as a key player for the Quakers. During her sophomore...