Saint Mary's Gaels Women's Basketball Players
The Saint Mary's Women's Basketball team is one of the most competitive in the United States. The team has a rich history of producing top-tier talent and has consistently been among the top teams in the West Coast Conference (WCC). In this article, we will take a closer look at some of the most successful players to wear the Saint Mary's Gaels uniform.
Jackie Nared
Jackie Nared played for the Gaels from 2009-2014 and is widely regarded as one of the best players in program history. During her senior season in 2013-2014, Nared was named the WCC Player of the Year and led the team to a conference championship. She finished her career with over 1,800 points and 800 rebounds, putting her in the top ten in program history in both categories.
Jasmine Smith
Jasmine Smith played for Saint Mary's from 2005-2009 and was a key contributor during her time with the program. She finished her career with over 1,000 points and 500 rebounds and was named to the All-WCC team twice during her career. Smith is also known for her incredible work off the court, as she earned her bachelor's degree in just three years and went on to earn a master's degree in business administration.
Stella Beck
Stella Beck played for Saint Mary's from 2014-2018 and was a key player for the Gaels throughout her career. She finished her career with over 1,600 points and 700 rebounds and was named to the All-WCC team three times. Beck also made history during her career, becoming the first player in program history to record a triple-double. She currently plays professionally in Australia.
Megan McKay
Megan McKay played for the Gaels from 2016-2020 and had a highly successful career. She finished her career with over 1,600 points and 800 rebounds, putting her in the top ten in program history in both categories. McKay was also named the WCC Defensive Player of the Year twice during her career and was a key player for the team throughout her four years with the program.
Kristin Iwanaga
Kristin Iwanaga played for Saint Mary's from 1998-2002 and is widely regarded as one of the best players in program history. She finished her career with over 1,600 points and 700 rebounds and was named to the All-WCC team three times. Iwanaga was also a standout in the classroom, earning Academic All-Conference honors three times during her career.
