Women’s Basketball Adds Transfer Zamareya Jones
April 14, 2026 | Women's Basketball
Jones played her first two collegiate seasons at NC State
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Head coach Jeff Walz and his staff are thrilled to announce the addition of ACC standout guard Zamareya (Zam) Jones. Jones joins the Cardinals after playing her first two collegiate seasons in the ACC at NC State.
"I'm truly excited to welcome Zamareya Jones to our program," said Walz. "She is a dynamic and explosive guard with the ability to score at a high level, stretch the floor, and create opportunities for her teammates. Zamareya brings a competitive edge, toughness, and an outstanding approach to the game that aligns perfectly with our culture. I look forward to coaching her and helping her continue to grow and develop as a player. I have no doubt that she will make a significant impact on our program."
Jones is coming off a career year with the Wolfpack where she averaged 14.9 points, 3.3 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 1.2 steals and 32.4 minutes per game. Jones led the team with 68 three-pointers, a mark that ranked 14th all-time for a single season in program history. Jones shot 41.2% from the field, 36.6% from three with 26 double-digit scoring games, six 20-point games and one 30-point game.
In conference play this season, Jones ranked second in three-point percentage (41.3%) and fourth in three-pointers per game (2.5). In all games, Jones ranked sixth in three-point percentage (36.6%) ninth in the ACC in assist/turnover ratio (1.7) and 10th in assists per game (3.8).
In the opening game of the 2026 NCAA Tournament, Jones tallied a career-high 30 points, going 9-of-15 from the field and 10-of-13 from the free throw line after drawing 12 fouls. Her 30 points marked the fourth most scored in an NCAA Tournament game in program history.
In her freshman season, she played 30 games and averaged 7.1 points per game. She scored 16 points and was 4-for-7 from behind the arc against No. 1 South Carolina. Was a perfect 4-for-4 from three with 14 points in the SEC/ACC Challenge against No. 20 Ole Miss. Scored a team-best 18 points on 7-for-8 shooting against Louisville at the KFC Yum! Center.
Jones was the No. 17 overall player and a five-star recruit by ESPNW HoopGurlz. She was tabbed a McDonald's All-American and honorable mention Naismith Girls High School All-America. In her senior season, she averaged 25.3 points, 7.3 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 4.2 steals per game as she was named North Carolina Player of the Year by multiple outlets. She was a USA Basketball U19 National Teams Trial participant and was invited to play in the Jordan Brand Classic.
"I'm truly excited to welcome Zamareya Jones to our program," said Walz. "She is a dynamic and explosive guard with the ability to score at a high level, stretch the floor, and create opportunities for her teammates. Zamareya brings a competitive edge, toughness, and an outstanding approach to the game that aligns perfectly with our culture. I look forward to coaching her and helping her continue to grow and develop as a player. I have no doubt that she will make a significant impact on our program."
Jones is coming off a career year with the Wolfpack where she averaged 14.9 points, 3.3 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 1.2 steals and 32.4 minutes per game. Jones led the team with 68 three-pointers, a mark that ranked 14th all-time for a single season in program history. Jones shot 41.2% from the field, 36.6% from three with 26 double-digit scoring games, six 20-point games and one 30-point game.
In conference play this season, Jones ranked second in three-point percentage (41.3%) and fourth in three-pointers per game (2.5). In all games, Jones ranked sixth in three-point percentage (36.6%) ninth in the ACC in assist/turnover ratio (1.7) and 10th in assists per game (3.8).
In the opening game of the 2026 NCAA Tournament, Jones tallied a career-high 30 points, going 9-of-15 from the field and 10-of-13 from the free throw line after drawing 12 fouls. Her 30 points marked the fourth most scored in an NCAA Tournament game in program history.
In her freshman season, she played 30 games and averaged 7.1 points per game. She scored 16 points and was 4-for-7 from behind the arc against No. 1 South Carolina. Was a perfect 4-for-4 from three with 14 points in the SEC/ACC Challenge against No. 20 Ole Miss. Scored a team-best 18 points on 7-for-8 shooting against Louisville at the KFC Yum! Center.
Jones was the No. 17 overall player and a five-star recruit by ESPNW HoopGurlz. She was tabbed a McDonald's All-American and honorable mention Naismith Girls High School All-America. In her senior season, she averaged 25.3 points, 7.3 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 4.2 steals per game as she was named North Carolina Player of the Year by multiple outlets. She was a USA Basketball U19 National Teams Trial participant and was invited to play in the Jordan Brand Classic.
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