High School State Champ Turned College Rebound Machine for Norfolk State
Shine Strickland-Gills, a 6'1" forward, dominated Michigan high school basketball in 2017-18 with 12.5 PPG, 9.5 RPG, 2.5 BPG, and 2.0 SPG, powering Saginaw Heritage to a 27-1 record and Class A state title—her back-to-back 12/12 double-double in semis and finals showcased clutch intensity. At Norfolk State in 2020-21 (sophomore year), she started 6 of 10 games, averaging 6.0 PPG, 6.4 RPG, 1.6 BPG, and 1.4 SPG over 26 MPG, peaking with 13 points in a MEAC Tournament win and earning Co-Player of the Week honors. Her elite shot-blocking, rebounding tenacity, and championship pedigree make her a proven winner—perfect fit for teams needing versatile frontcourt grit.
