Niagara’s gritty glue-forward who does the dirty work
In the 2025-26 season, Jade Rutledge has been a steady senior presence for Niagara, starting 27 of 28 games, averaging 3.9 points and 2.8 rebounds while leading the team in blocks and ranking second in assists. Her value goes beyond the box score: she brings physicality, defensive activity, and veteran poise, and she’s the kind of forward who helps stabilize a lineup even when her shot isn’t the centerpiece. If you want a tough, versatile, low-drama competitor who impacts winning in subtle ways, she’s absolutely worth a look.
