NORFOLK, Va. --- Norfolk State head coach Jermaine Woods announced the signing of former Hampton guard Jasha Clinton on Friday afternoon.
 
A dynamic 5-8 senior from Virginia Beach, Clinton brings a wealth of experience and scoring prowess to the Spartans. She was a key starter for Hampton last season, leading the team with 13.6 points per game while also contributing 2.3 steals, 2.3 assists, and 1.9 rebounds per contest.
 
Clinton's standout performance included a season-high 24 points, six steals, and four rebounds against George Washington. Her defensive presence was unmatched, leading the team with 66 total steals.
 
Before transferring to Hampton, Clinton played three seasons at Temple. She made an immediate impact as a freshman, averaging 14.4 points and 3.4 rebounds per game, earning Big Five Rookie of the Year Honors and AAC All-Freshman accolades. As a sophomore, she notched a career-high 28 points in a win over Cincinnati.
 
A decorated high school athlete, Clinton was named the 2020 Virginia Powerade Player of the Year, helping lead Princess Anne High School to an 80-4 record and three consecutive state championships. She was also named All-Class 5 Player of the Year, First Team All-State, First Team All-Beach District, and First Team All-Tidewater as a junior.
 
Norfolk State comes off a historic season, winning a third consecutive MEAC Tournament Championship. The Spartans made their fourth-ever trip appearance in the NCAA Tournament, earning a No. 13 seed, marking the program's highest seeding in the tournament.
 
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