“Genesis 28:15 Yes. I’ll stay with you, I’ll protect you wherever you go. Go Huskiess,” wrote Serah Williams while officially committing to the current National Champions, the UConn Huskies. The 6-foot-4 forward spent the last three years with the Badgers before hitting the transfer portal, where she quickly became one of the hottest names on the market.
As a junior, Williams averaged an impressive 19.2 points and 9.8 rebounds per game and was the force for the Badgers, who were glued to the bottom half of the table for the majority of the time. She was one of the most productive players in the country while playing the grueling schedule of the Big Ten. Williams chose UConn over LSU after both schools pursued her till their last breaths. With Paige Bueckers off to the WNBA, Williams will team with Azzi Fudd and Sarah Strong for the Huskies’ new trio.
Who is Serah Williams? What are her high school stats?
Williams is the latest addition to UConn’s stacked lineup. She was a superstar right off the bat in high school, dominating her opponents under the basket.
In her senior year campaign at Niagara Prep, Williams averaged 18.1 points, 14 rebounds, 2.9 blocks, and 2.0 steals per game. After a stellar season in Toronto, she was selected to compete in the 2022 All-Canadian All-Star Game, making her one of the top 24 student-athletes in Canada.
Why did Serah Williams transfer from Wisconsin to UConn?
Wisconsin was great for Williams, but everyone knew she was destined for more. She entered the transfer portal seeking a program where she could chase championships and grow as a player.
The chance to play under Geno Auriemma and join a title-contending UConn squad felt like the right move. She particularly thanked her coach while announcing her decision to leave, writing, “Thank you Coach Mo and coaching staff for the past 3 years. Thank you Wisconsin and the Badger community for all of your support. I’m super blessed and grateful. With that being said, I’ve decided to enter the transfer portal ,” in her announcement.
Who are Serah Williams’ parents? Where is she from?
Serah’s mother is Olabisi Williams, while her father’s name has not been publicly disclosed. She comes from a close-knit family and has two brothers, Solomon and Michael. Born and raised in Brooklyn, At the age of 14, Serah made a pivotal move to Toronto City, where she got more opportunities for playing ball.
Moving to a new city at such a young age brought new experiences, which eventually shaped who she is.
How tall is Serah Williams?
Sarah’s last recorded height is 6 feet 4 inches, which is beneficial for the forward as she uses her tall frame to effectively get under the basket and grab rebounds. It also helps her on the other end of the court, as she can snatch passes from anywhere with her reach and lay it in.
She is already way past the average height in the WNBA, which is 6 feet so physically she has an edge over her opponents now. She has to sharpen her skills if she wants to reach the WNBA.
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