Erika Messam (2014) - Alumni Athletics Hall of Fame - University of Hartford Athletics

Alumni Athletics Hall of Fame

A standout backcourt performer whose impact was felt as a scorer, playmaker and defender
One of only two Hartford women's basketball players to be named America East Player of the Year (2006)
A three-time America East All-Conference performer, including a First-Team honoree as a senior
Scored 1,160 points, 11th all time, and averaged 10.5 points per game in her career
Among Hartford's career leaders in numerous categories, including assists (346, fourth), steals (190, fourth) and games started (106, fourth)
Led the Hawks to two NCAA Division I tournament appearances and America East Conference Tournament Championships (2005 and 2006)
Named the America East Championship Most Outstanding Player as a junior and senior
Posted a single-season record in free throw percentage (84.3%) in 2004-05, while her 66 steals in 2003-04 is fifth highest in a single season
Earned a a undergraduate degree in psychology from the College of Arts and Sciences