
Shelby Cloninger brings size, scoring touch, and winning pedigree to Utah State’s backcourt
Cloninger is a 5-foot-11 guard whose high-school résumé suggests a multi-level contributor: she helped Kamiah reach three straight state finals and, as a senior, averaged 14.5 points with 1.4 blocks per game[1]. What makes her interesting is the blend of guard skills and length—she can score, contest shots, and bring a competitive edge that shows up in winning situations[1]. Utah State is getting a freshman with proven production and a ceiling that fits a team looking for toughness, versatility, and development potential[1].