Michigan’s quiet defensive catalyst and tone-setter
In the 2001-02 season, Susana Jara emerged as one of Michigan’s biggest surprises, earning Most Improved Player, Coaches’ Award, and co-Defensive Player honors after starting 19 games at point guard; she was praised as one of the Wolverines’ best perimeter defenders and a player who brings spirit, leadership, and enthusiasm. Her edge is toughness, low-mistake play, and defensive energy rather than big scoring, which makes her a strong fit for a team that values intensity, trust, and glue-guy reliability.
