Crystal Howard       42

Position:  Forward/Center
Height:  6'0"
Class:  Senior
Hometown:  Memphis, TN
High School/College:  Harding Academy
Major: Business
2002-03 GSC Second Team West Division
2003 GSC Preseason All GSC West Team

College: Crystal enters her fourth season as a Lady Buccaneer ... Played in 27 games, starting 25 ... averaged 14.7 points per game and 7.8 rebounds per contest last year, leading the team in that category, while shooting 37% from the field ... Needs just 46 points for 1,000 in her career ... Junior season contributed a solid 7.2 points per game. She was also consistent on the boards, collecting nearly five rebounds a game. In 2001-02, Crystal led the Lady Bucs in scoring, 14.6 per game, rebounding, 6.3 per game, and blocked shots (27). Crystal became the first Lady Buccaneer in history to earn postseason honors by being named the West Division Freshman Player of the Year. High School: Crystal played at Harding Academy under coach Ryan Derrick. While at Harding, she was selected as a “Best of the Preps” All-District, and All-Tournament Team her senior year.  When I was young I wanted to be: A teacher and a coach. Favorite Sports Movie: Remember the Titans. Favorite Athlete: Michael Jordan I like playing for Coach Schaefer because: He pushes players to reach their goals. Person who has influenced my life most: Curtis, because he has always been there for me. He is always positive and encouraging. Personal: Crystal is the daughter of Sidney and Della Howard. She has two brothers, Curtis and Sidney Jr. Major: Business. Birthday: January 15, 1982

 

Career Statistics

Year GP FG% 3% FT% REB ASST BL ST PTS PPG
00-01 26 .397 .333 .713 165 33 27 31 379 14.6
01-02 26 .338 .273 .698 125 34 16 15 188 7.2
02-03 27 .370 .306 .773 211 43 23 19 397 14.7
Totals 79 .325 .304 .728 501 110 86 65 964 12.2

   

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