JJ Quinerly’s tenure at West Virginia was defined by elite two-way play and defensive dominance. A four-year standout, she amassed over 2,016 career points and 328 steals, becoming just the fourth Mountaineer to surpass 2,000 points and ranking near the top in program history for steals .
Her senior seasons were particularly stellar: Quinerly earned Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year honors twice, was a WBCA All-American honorable mention, and was a Naismith Defensive Player of the Year semifinalist two years running . Her relentless on-ball pressure, smart decision-making, and clutch performances drove WVU to multiple NCAA tournament appearances.
But defense wasn’t all—Quinerly scored consistently, finished third on WVU’s all-time scoring list, and led by example as a vocal leader. Her blend of scoring, playmaking, and shutdown defense offered a complete package worthy of GOAT consideration.
When stacked against icons like Taurasi, Miller, and Woodard—known for their scoring, leadership, or athletic milestones—it was Quinerly’s all-around excellence and transformational impact at West Virginia that tipped the scales.
In Morgantown, admiration for JJ’s legacy runs deep. Her name isn’t just part of WVU lore—she is the standard.
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