[title subtitle=WORDS Dwain Hebda Wolfenbarger is a smooth do-it-all perimeter force who can make plays for teammates as well as create her own offense. Jersey is well aware of this. One piece of advice she wants to leave with other high school athletes who are transitioning into their freshman year of college sports is, The work you did in high school got you here but this is a new journey. A 6-foot-5 point guard and a Arkansas signee, Wolfenbarger is a four-year starter for the Lady Bears. My favorite WNBA team: Seattle Storm because the way they play is very cerebral and pretty. Im sure by the end of my junior year, beginning of my senior year, Ill probably have my top 10 or narrowing it down slowly as I go, she said. Catching up with Arkansas Women's Basketball Signee Jersey Wolfenbarger. We have no more Information about his Father; we will try to collect information and update soon. Smith also coached another McDonald's All-American, Tamika Kursh, in 2002 when Kursh helped lead Northside to its fourth straight state championship. Jersey is also gearing up for her freshman year at the University of Arkansas this fall. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the games will not be played for the second straight year. Both fill you up without sitting really heavy on your stomach. "All my pants, you can see them. Wolfenbargers growth more than just height, Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), Transfer Waiver Tracker for 2021-22 Season, Transfer Waiver Tracker for 2020-21 Season, Whos In, Whos Out for the 2020-21 Season, Transfer Waivers Granted for 2019-20 Season, Power 5 Transfer Additions for the 201920 Season, Transfer Waivers Granted for 2018-19 Season, Extra Eligibility Tracker: Players Returning to Current School, Programs Opting-Out of /Discontinuing Season. Jersey Wolfenbarger admitted she had to read the email multiple times before it sank in that she would be representing Team USA in the U19 World Cup. 1 wing and No. The Dish has had such a big part in boosting our program and it shows with our 7 State Titles, a National Ranking of #11, and the level of play that Jersey and others have taken their games to. And yes, I was the tallest one there. Watching her game film, you see something youve never seen before: A player capable of dominating at any of basketballs five positions. If you were a superhero, what powers would you have: Id want the ability to shape shift and mind read. But take one look at the many highlight reels of Jersey circulating on social media and you see the impossible an athlete who in most cases would be playing center, taking players off the dribble, or spotting up from the three-point arc then, with equal, devastating effectiveness, dominating the boards and playing the power game inside. Culture and tradition headline her wish list for a school. She started using the machine and loved how easy it was to setup and track stats. Shell lean on her family when narrowing her choices. Few basketballers with the height to dominate around the basket are quick enough to create their own shot or agile enough to handle the ball effectively. There's nobody that can outwork Jersey because there are only so many hours in a day. 6'5" Guard He has been with Jersey since the beginning of his career. Jersey leads by work, leads by example. It irritated her a little bit. Its very easy for you to get hooked on it. In one recent stretch, Wolfenbarger had three straight games where she scored at least 30 points. We know the hard work she's put in this summer and throughout her career will set her up to be a leader on her team and threat on the court. Like I could be a part that brings them back.. As a junior she comes back, and I didnt call any fouls. Maybe thats why when you speak to her, shes liberal in her use of Sir and Maam. Maybe thats why when you ask her career stats, she sheepishly says she doesnt know them. Loren Lindsey #21. Three words that describe me: Unique, compassionate, hardworking. She has grown roughly 11 inches shooting up from 5-6 to 6-5 in just over. Prior to Arkansas, Wolfenberger No. Richard Davenport covers recruiting for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette. My hobbies: Are pretty generic. I like his energy. Im the player I am because: Ive been taught to emphasize hard work and value the process rather than the results. However, it was on Jersey to find her own motivation to train. He has been with Jersey since the beginning of his career. Nancy Zornes has lived a life of service to her community. Country is my least favorite, but were working on that. It's gratifying. Charlie Kaijo. Knowing that description falls short of the phenoms talent most do Coach pauses. Wolfenbarger was also recently selected one of five finalists for the Naismith Trophy, which honors the top basketball players in the country. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. When asked about her accolades she said "at the end of the day I have always centered my goals around team success! It's just the way the 5-star wanted. Both fill you up without sitting really heavy on your stomach. I do find it pretty challenging. This document may not be reprinted without the express written permission of Northwest Arkansas Newspapers LLC. Join the discussion or start a new one on the Forums. Jersey Wolfenbarger & Sasha Goforth preview 2021-22 Pig Trail Nation / Nov 3, 2021 / 03:19 PM CDT Jersey Wolfenbarger & Sasha Goforth preview 2021-22 WBB season Fowler Family Baseball & Track Training Center, Jerry & Gene Jones Student-Athlete Success Center, Daughter of Megan Wolfenbarger and Tashina Mailes, Lived in Missouri until her freshman year of high school, Favorite proud about playing for Team USA at the FIBA World Championship, Favorite memory from last season: when Coach Todd said his favorite thing about freshmen is they become sophomores, Chose Arkansas because of how genuine the coaching staff is and being able to play for the best fanbase in the SEC, Favorite WNBA and NBA teams: LA Sparks and LA Lakers, Favorite movie: Alexander or anything scary. She was a ally of the 2021 USA U19 World Cup, recording a 70 record and confirming the gold award in Debrecen, Hungary. In response her Head Coach told her, "We want to win more than one". He has taken an interest in some matches and assisted the crew in winning some of them. She and her parents - Megan Wolfenbarger and Tashina Mailes - moved to Fort Smith when Jersey was a ninth grader. I understand my journey is where I started and I kind of challenge myself to never lose sight of that. I like to see how many rebounds I can get in a game.". We practiced from 2-4 p.m., then I ran home for dinner and came back at 6:30 to let a pee-wee team in, Smith said as he recalled one of Northsides workout while school was not in session. Saylor Poffenbarger #0. Athlete. Just like when you play, your instincts take over in the game, Wolfenbarger said. "I would like to say my rebounding has really grown. And even he struggles with becoming tongue-tied in describing his five-star senior Jersey Wolfenbarger. She committed to basketball completely. But theres very, very few that want to be the best and thats all Jersey wants to be. Wynter Rogers was a child when her two older siblings won state championships at Strong and Camden Fairview, the latter of which occurred in 2008 when their dad served as head coach. [Arkansas head coach Mike] Neighbors fits what Wolfenbarger is looking for in a coach. Wolfenberger averaged 18.7 places, 6.0 bounce backs, 3.7 assists, and 1.5 takes per game in his low year. Ive been down there a couple of times for camps, and he always has an energy about him. Chrissy Carr #34. Since the offer from the Razorbacks, Connecticut, Florida State, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas A&M, Arizona State, Ole Miss, Louisville and others have offered. Shes earned her teammates respect by doing that.. Jersey Wolfenberger is an American b-ball player who plays for the group Arkansas Razorbacks. As a senior in 2020-21, Wolfenbarger helped her group to a 26-2 record. Must-watch TV show: I feel like my taste in TV shows is very unique, but Im currently watching Game Of Thrones and Id definitely recommend watching it when you get a chance. Jerseys dream began just like thousands of other pee-wees, back when basketball was just another thing she did. The Arkansas Monitor, Jersey, tops out at an astonishing height of 6 feet 5 inches. People would be surprised that I: Used to dance before I played basketball. I even go play on Christmas and Thanksgiving in the morning because I just cant stay away from it.. Shes just really fun to watch and I cant wait to be able to learn from her firsthand at Arkansas. Joey Logano Net Worth 2023 Contract, Salary, Career Earnings, Wife, Height, and Weight! She said, "They have always been supportive of my career, but they never forced me to train." Big dreams It is a little weird to see all the buzz. I signed with Arkansas because: I wanted to be a part of a program on the rise, and I feel like Coach Neighbors style of play is positionless; even though I call myself a guard, I pride myself on versatility and the ability to produce at any level of the game. Join the discussion or start a new one on the Forums. NOTABLE Joined the Lady Bears last season as a 5-9 freshman point guard, but has grown 4 inches since that time. Wolfenbarger chose the Razorbacks over more than 30 scholarship offers from programs such as Oregon, Oregon State, Baylor, Southern Cal, Florida, Mississippi State, Texas, Miami, Notre Dame and. Hear from Dave Van Horn, Peyton Stovall, Hagen Smith, and Brady Slavens . Furthermore Wolfenbarger carries on with a serene existence with her family and doesnt speak transparently about them in the media. Dish All-Star helped Jersey improve her shooting going from averaging 15 ppg in the 2019 state tournament to averaging 19 ppg in the 2020 state tournament. If you know some information, please comment below. Neither these AP materials nor any portion thereof may be stored in a computer except for personal and noncommercial use. Jersey arrived as a five-eight, five-seven, ninety-eight-pound runt to be honest, Rickey says. Do you agree with the addition of Texas and Oklahoma to the SEC. I was quite the ballerina in my prime years of 4-5. 13K followers. 7 by and large enlist and negative. Wolfenbarger, who has a 4.0 grade-point average, wants to major in sociology. Has raised her scoring average from 10.3 points per game last season to 15.4, which leads the team. Jersey has also received numerous individual accolades acknowledging her hard work. Also, we have no information about his son and daughter. Shes really not.. She scored in double figures in the team's first 22 games. Furthermore Wolfenberger lives a quiet existence with her family and does not talk about them transparently in the media. Not just that, she took an interest in the 2019 USA U16 National Team preliminaries.
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