Tacoya Heyward brings two-way grit and playmaking to Claflin’s backcourt
Heyward is a **sophomore guard** whose value goes beyond box-score scoring: in 2024-25, she played in all 11 games before an injury ended her season, averaging 3.5 points with 36 rebounds and 9 steals, and Claflin later highlighted a defense-first outing with 11 rebounds, 4 steals, and 5 assists as a sign of her activity and versatility[1][5]. She fits teams that want a **high-motor perimeter defender** who rebounds like a wing, pressures passing lanes, and can contribute in transition; the main question is health and whether her offensive role expands consistently after the injury-shortened year[1][5].
