Shawnita Garland possesses the quickness and speed to make things happen and change the course of a game. What sets Garland apart from other players are her natural instincts as a basketball player and her ability to play within herself, even when kicking it into second and third gear.

Capital H.S.
• Earned three letters as a member of the varsity basketball team at Capital H.S.
• Led team to 21-2 record and a conference championship as the starting point guard as a senior
• Selected second team all-state as a senior
• Averaged 15.2 points, 3.0 rebounds, 3.6 steals and 3.6 assists per game as a senior
• Finished first in the conference in steals, third in assists and scoring and fourth in three-pointers made
• Shot 48 percent from the field, 34 percent from three-point range and 71 percent from the free throw line as a senior
• Lost just 12 games during her high school career and led team to regional finals each year
• Named MVP of the West Virginia-Kentucky All Star Game

Personal
Born Jan. 14, 1989 in Charleston, W.V.....daughter of Juanita Garland...has three siblings, Howard, a twin sister Shawnice, and Jalia...recorded perfect attendance in high school...member of F.C.A. as a freshman and sophomore at Capital H.S....volunteered time at the Bob Burdette Center.