Melanie Royster brought veteran toughness and rim protection to VCU
Melanie Royster was a defense-first frontcourt piece for VCU, known for interior toughness, rebounding, and shot-blocking; one report in the 2014 season noted she was averaging two blocks per game, good for seventh in program history and second in the Atlantic 10 at the time[5]. VCU also highlighted her as a senior leader and interior design major who helped with the Basketball Development Center, which suggests a grounded, team-first presence beyond the box score[1][4]. For a team wanting a physical paint defender with competitive edge and leadership, she fit the mold.
