Christyn Williams
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Christyn Williams (born May 20, 2000) is an American women's basketball player who is a free agent. She was drafted by the Washington Mystics. She played college basketball at the University of Connecticut (UConn). She played in high school for Central Arkansas Christian School in North Little Rock, Arkansas. A five-star recruit and one of the most decorated high school basketball players in history,[1] Williams rose to national acclaim after winning the 2018 WBCA National Player of the Year award,[2][3] the 2018 Naismith National Player of the Year award[4] the 2018 Gatorade National Player of the Year award, and the 2018 USA Today Player of the Year award.[5] Williams also was named a McDonald's All-American,[6] where she was named the game's MVP after scoring 22 points and leading the West team to an 82-79 victory. Williams was awarded the Morgan Wootten Award, which is given each year to "the McDonald's All American who best exhibits outstanding character, leadership and the values of a student-athlete in the classroom and the community".[7] Williams was also named to the 2018 Jordan Brand Classic team.[8]
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Born | (2000-05-20) May 20, 2000 (age 23) Little Rock, Arkansas, U.S. |
Listed height | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) |
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High school | Central Arkansas Christian (North Little Rock, Arkansas) |
College | UConn (2018–2022) |
WNBA draft | 2022: 2nd round, 14th overall pick |
Selected by the Washington Mystics | |
Position | Shooting guard |
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