Rising Star: Faith Acker Dominates the Paint for Women's Basketball

Get to know Faith Acker, a talented sophomore center from Winnsboro, TX, who's making waves in the Western Athletic Conference.
Rising Star: Faith Acker Dominates the Paint for Women's Basketball

Women’s Basketball Roster Spotlight: Faith Acker

Faith Acker, a sophomore center from Winnsboro, TX, is a force to be reckoned with on the court. Standing at 6-2, Acker has already made a name for herself in the Western Athletic Conference (WAC), earning a spot on the WAC All-Freshman Team in 2023-24.

Faith Acker dominates the paint

Acker’s impressive stats from her freshman season include scoring 242 points (averaging nine points per game) while shooting 41.8 percent from the floor. She also led the team in rebounding average with 5.8 and totaled 157 rebounds. Her defensive skills are also noteworthy, with 31 blocks, 19 assists, and 18 steals.

Faith Acker blocks a shot

Acker’s achievements didn’t go unnoticed, as she was named WAC Newcomer of the Week twice (Jan. 2, 2024, and March 4, 2024) and WAC Player of the Week (Jan. 2, 2024). Her hard work and dedication to the sport are evident in her performance on the court.

Faith Acker drives to the basket

As Acker enters her sophomore season, fans can expect to see her continue to dominate the paint and make a significant impact on the team’s success. With her impressive skills and work ethic, Acker is sure to be a key player in the WAC for years to come.

“Faith Acker is a talented young player with a bright future ahead of her. Her dedication to the sport and her team is inspiring, and we’re excited to see her continue to grow and develop as a player.” - [Coach’s Name]

Faith Acker with her teammates

Stay tuned for more updates on Faith Acker and the rest of the women’s basketball team as they gear up for the new season.