Post Standout Howard Set to Join Lady Flames
11/12/2020 12:00:00 AM | Women's Basketball
Strong post play and rebounding have long been staples of Carey Green-coached teams. Hoping to continue that tradition will be 6-5 post player Emily Howard, who has signed a national letter of intent to attend Liberty University for the 2021-22 academic year.
Emily Howard (C, 6-5, Vancouver, British Columbia)
Howard originally hails from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, but now lives with her family in Memphis, Tenn. She helped Harding Academy record its second straight 26-win season in 2019-20, averaging 15.7 ppg, 9.7 rpg and 2.4 bpg. Howard was named District Player of the Year as a junior and earned her second consecutive Daily Memphian Division 2 All-Metro Team honor.
Howard is part of an athletic family, with older brothers Luke (Lipscomb) and Anthony (Trevecca Nazarene) currently playing college basketball. She also plays volleyball, earning All-Metro accolades in 2019.
"I'm blessed to have the opportunity to move to the great state of Virginia to play for and attend Liberty University," Howard expressed. "I look forward to playing for Coach Green and all of the other awesome coaching staff and developing new friendships! Go Flames!"
What They're Saying about Emily Howard
"Emily comes from a very athletic family, with older brothers currently playing collegiate basketball. She is one of the best post athletes in the '21 class and has a tremendous amount of potential. We are excited by her work ethic, desire to get better every day and enthusiasm. She plays at a very well-coached high school program and possesses skills that will have an immediate impact. Her faith and desire to serve make her a perfect fit into our Liberty Women's Basketball family."
Carey Green, Liberty Women's Basketball Head Coach
"I'm so excited for Emily and her family as she signs her NLI to Liberty University. Emily is an amazing leader, competitor and teammate. I know under Coach Green and staff she will continue to flourish and help the Lady Flames continue the great achievements and goals they set out. Emily will truly be missed as a Lady Lion here at Harding Academy but she is leaving a strong legacy of working hard for every distinction and honor she's earned, dedication to her craft, and truly a servant leader in all that she does. I'm grateful the Howard family has allowed me the opportunity to coach her because it's been a pleasure!"
Michelle Malone, Harding Academy Girls' Basketball Head Coach
"Liberty is getting a great person in Emily Howard. She's a high-character kid who is a great teammate. Her desire to compete and willingness to get better as a player make her a coach's dream. I watched her improve tremendously these last few years from where she started to where she is now. That's a testament to her attitude and work ethic. I know she's only scratching the surface of the player she will be for the Lady Flames! I am excited about her potential and ability to make an impact at the next level!"
Lee Shannon, Arkansas Banshees AAU Coach
"Emily is such a talented and hard-working kid that will come in and make an impact on her team as soon as she steps on campus."
Nathan Sadler, Arkansas Banshees AAU Director
