Thompson signs with University of Houston
Published or Revised May 07, 2012
Philadelphia native Yasmeen Thompson, left, signs to continue her college basketball career at the University of Houston as Paris Junior College Women’s Basketball Coach and Athletic Director Sean LeBeauf looks on. Thompson recently earned NJCAA Region XIV All Conference Honorable Mention.
Paris Junior College Lady Dragons basketball player Yasmeen Thompson of Philadelphia, Pa., has signed to continue her playing career with the University of Houston. She is a graduate of Freire Charter High School.
"We're excited for Yasmeen and the next step on her journey," said PJC Athletic Director and Women's Basketball Coach Sean LeBeauf. "We appreciate the effort from the University of Houston, and they've been rewarded with a talented player. Along with that, she is one of the most mature kids I've coached on either the men's or the women's side. She has a chance to be special."
"I liked the University of Houston all around, got a great feel from the visit, the academics, and connection with the basketball coaches," Thompson said. "My time at PJC was great. Being around such great people, I learned a lot, and Coach Sean is a great coach on and off the court."
The 6-2 forward averages eight points and nine rebounds per game and 60 percent of her free throws. The Lady Dragons were ranked as high as 11th in the nation during regular season play, and ended with a record of 24-7 and 13-5 in conference.
