In-State Guard Worsham Signs with Liberty WBB
11/12/2025 4:02:00 PM | Women's Basketball
LYNCHBURG, Va. – A combo guard from Roanoke, Amari Worsham will remain within the Commonwealth. She has signed with the Liberty women's basketball team for the 2026-27 academic year.
Worsham will become just the third Lady Flame on next year's roster who attended high school in Virginia, joining Avery Mills and Emmy Stout.
Amari Worsham (G, 6-0, Roanoke, Va.)
Worsham enters her senior year at William Fleming High School having led the Colonels to a Virginia Class 5 state runner-up finish last season.
Worsham was a first team all-state performer a year ago among numerous other accolades including Region 5C Player of the Year, All Timesland Player of the Year and her second straight Blue Ridge District Player of the Year recognition. She averaged 19.4 ppg, 5.9 rpg and 2.3 apg while shooting 60 percent from the field and eclipsed the 1,000-point milestone during the year.
"I'm grateful for the journey and ready for what's next," remarked Worsham.
What They're Saying About Amari Worsham
"Amari is the definition of smooth and poised on the court. With her size and skill, she's a true asset on the wing, capable of making an impact both offensively and defensively. Off the court, her sweet spirit and positive energy make her a joy to coach. She brings a unique balance of grace and grit that will serve her well at Liberty University."
Alexis Sherard, Liberty Women's Basketball Head Coach
"Amari is truly a student of the game of basketball and lives for the big moments! She has a high basketball IQ and has the ability to create offense for herself and teammates!"
Richard Wilson, William Fleming High School Girls' Basketball Head Coach
"Amari Worsham has been an absolute pleasure to coach over the past couple of years. She always puts the team first and does whatever it takes to help us win. Amari is a high-character player who battles through injuries, leads by example, and embodies everything you want in an athlete. She's going to do amazing things at the next level — truly a special kid!"
Bruno Corras, Elevate Elite AAU Director
Worsham will become just the third Lady Flame on next year's roster who attended high school in Virginia, joining Avery Mills and Emmy Stout.
Amari Worsham (G, 6-0, Roanoke, Va.)
Worsham enters her senior year at William Fleming High School having led the Colonels to a Virginia Class 5 state runner-up finish last season.
Worsham was a first team all-state performer a year ago among numerous other accolades including Region 5C Player of the Year, All Timesland Player of the Year and her second straight Blue Ridge District Player of the Year recognition. She averaged 19.4 ppg, 5.9 rpg and 2.3 apg while shooting 60 percent from the field and eclipsed the 1,000-point milestone during the year.
"I'm grateful for the journey and ready for what's next," remarked Worsham.
What They're Saying About Amari Worsham
"Amari is the definition of smooth and poised on the court. With her size and skill, she's a true asset on the wing, capable of making an impact both offensively and defensively. Off the court, her sweet spirit and positive energy make her a joy to coach. She brings a unique balance of grace and grit that will serve her well at Liberty University."
Alexis Sherard, Liberty Women's Basketball Head Coach
"Amari is truly a student of the game of basketball and lives for the big moments! She has a high basketball IQ and has the ability to create offense for herself and teammates!"
Richard Wilson, William Fleming High School Girls' Basketball Head Coach
"Amari Worsham has been an absolute pleasure to coach over the past couple of years. She always puts the team first and does whatever it takes to help us win. Amari is a high-character player who battles through injuries, leads by example, and embodies everything you want in an athlete. She's going to do amazing things at the next level — truly a special kid!"
Bruno Corras, Elevate Elite AAU Director
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