As A Freshman (2008-09): Played in two games, against Post University (Nov. 20) and Dowling (Feb. 4).

Before Mercy: Participated in three sports at Danbury High School ... on the basketball court she averaged 10.8 points, 8.1 rebounds and 1.8 steals per game for coach Jackie DiNardo ... after earning All-FCIAC Honorable Mention in 2005, Ward followed up with an All-FCIAC Second-Team selection in 2006 ... she also earned the Sportsmanship Award for three consecutive years ... was a weak-side hitter with the volleyball squad, garnering All-FCIAC Second Team honors in 2006, and competed in throws and other events with the track and field team, earning All-FCIAC and All-State accolades ... played with the Wescon Fillies AAU.

Personal: Born Crasheena Ward … daughter of Victoria Ward ... sister of Nahla Ward (14) and Marquese Ward (8) … a behavioral science major … denotes her high school coach as the most influential in her athletic career because she always pushed her to do better.

Off The Court
Favorite Movies: “Bring It On,” “Love & Basketball,” “Glory” and “Remember the Titans.”
Favorite Food: Pizza.
Favorite TV Shows: “Bones,” “Cold Case” and “Spongebob Squarepants.”