Maryland freshman forward Shakira Austin's unique skill set is readily apparent the moment she checks into a game. Boasting graceful athleticism, the 6-foot-5 Austin can score around the rim with a variety of post moves, handle the ball on the break, protect the rim, rebound, guard multiple positions and hit jump shots.
After a few trips up and down the court, it becomes no surprise Austin was ESPN's No. 4 overall recruit for the 2018 recruiting class.
"It's incredible," Terps head coach Brenda Frese said. "First of all, I just love her spirit, her energy that she's bringing to the floor -- the will to compete and battle. She's extremely versatile. You see her ability to block shots and rebound at the rim [and] offensively the different areas she's able to make a huge difference. It's something obviously we were really missing a season ago that she's been able to bring a big punch to our team."
