Williams a finalist for National Freshman of the Year award Published: March 16, 2021 Marcus Williams is a finalist for the Kyle Macy National Freshman of the Year by College Insider. He is one of 30 finalist for the award./ UW courtesy photo LARAMIE -- Freshman Marcus Williams was named a finalist for the Kyle Macy National Freshman of the Year by College Insider. He is one of 30 finalist for the award that is presented annually to the top freshman in Division I college basketball. Williams was named Mountain West Freshman of the Year by both the coaches and Media. He averaged 14.8 points per game to rank No. 13 in the conference.