Chantell Barnes brings size, defensive upside, and freshman energy to Albany State
In the 2025-26 season, freshman forward Chantell Barnes is already giving Albany State a useful 6'2" presence in the paint, and her early-line output shows she can score efficiently in limited minutes while adding rebounding help. Albany State describes her as a strong, intelligent, leadership-minded post player with two-way pedigree, a two-time Defensive MVP and Offensive MVP in high school, plus a 4.0 GPA — the kind of player who fits a program that values toughness and maturity. She looks like a developmental frontcourt piece with real defensive stability upside.
