Amhyia Moreland brings rim protection and efficient frontcourt production to New Mexico
Moreland is a high-impact **defensive forward** who gave New Mexico reliable paint protection in the 2024-25 season, averaging 1.6 blocks and 4.5 rebounds in just 14.5 minutes per game while ranking among the Mountain West leaders in blocks.[1][6] She also flashed stretch-value in her 2023-24 SJSU season, when she averaged 11.6 points on 54.0% shooting and 42.9% from three, showing she can score efficiently when featured.[1] The differentiator is her two-way versatility: she combines shot-blocking instincts, physicality on the glass, and proven scoring upside, making her a strong fit for a team that needs interior defense and low-usage toughness.[1][3]
