Maile Nakaji is Chapman’s shot-making guard and two-way spark
Nakaji has emerged as a key offensive engine for Chapman, averaging 11.9 points per game in 2024-25 after 10.9 as a freshman, and she can flip a game with elite perimeter scoring—she erupted for a career-high 27 points with five threes against CMS in 2026. Her value goes beyond points: Chapman’s staff has praised her disruptive defense, and she was named SCIAC Athlete of the Week after a stretch highlighted by six steals, showing real two-way impact. At 5'5", she brings quickness, toughness, and competitiveness rather than size, making her a fit for teams that value pace, pressure defense, and a guard who plays bigger than her frame.
