Washington State women's basketball senior Charlisse Leger-Walker was named Second Runner Up for the 2024 Arthur Ashe Jr. Sports Scholar of the Year award, which highlights outstanding minority student-athletes excelling in academics and sports.

By the Numbers
  • Leger-Walker scored 278 points, with 107 assists and 137 rebounds before a season-ending injury in January.
  • She ranks third in career points (1,743) and has impressive stats in various categories at WSU.
State of Play
  • Leger-Walker's recognition emphasizes the importance of academic and athletic excellence among minority student-athletes.
  • The award seeks individuals with a minimum 3.5 GPA, who are at least sophomores, and have made meaningful contributions to their campuses or communities.
Bottom Line

Charlisse Leger-Walker's acknowledgment as the Second Runner Up for the Arthur Ashe Jr. Sports Scholar of the Year award underscores the significance of academic and athletic achievements for minority student-athletes, setting a commendable example for the community and future scholars.