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JJ Quinerly

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Who is JJ Quinerly?

Ja’Naiya “JJ” Quinerly is an emerging guard in the WNBA, currently playing for the Dallas Wings after being selected 27th overall in the 2025 WNBA Draft. Known for her elite defensive instincts, speed, and scoring efficiency, Quinerly was a dominant force at West Virginia University, where she became one of the Mountaineers’ all-time stat leaders. Her two-way impact and high basketball IQ have made her a promising young pro.

Quick Facts: JJ Quinerly

Detail Information
Full Name Ja’Naiya “JJ” Quinerly
Born October 24, 2002 (Age: 22)
Hometown Norfolk, Virginia, USA
Nationality American
Height 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m)
Position Guard
College West Virginia (2019–2025)
WNBA Draft 2025 – 3rd Round, 27th Overall (Dallas Wings)
Current Team Dallas Wings
Major Honors 2× Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year (2024, 2025), 3× First-Team All-Big 12 (2023–2025), WBCA & AP All-American Honorable Mention
College Career Totals 2,016 points (3rd all-time WVU), 328 steals
2025 WNBA Stats 6.9 PPG, 2.3 APG, 1.9 RPG
Notable First WVU player to win DPOY twice, back-to-back

Early Life

Born on October 24, 2002, in Norfolk, Virginia, Quinerly attended Lake Taylor High School, where she averaged a double-double with 20.3 points and 10 assists per game as a sophomore. She led the Titans to a state championship in 2019 and earned the title of VHSCA 4A Player of the Year. Her high school success set the stage for a standout collegiate career.

College Career at West Virginia

Quinerly played five decorated seasons at West Virginia (2019–2025). She consistently proved herself as one of the nation’s top defenders and versatile scorers:

  • Freshman Year: Averaged 8.8 PPG, 2.7 APG, and 2.3 SPG, earning a spot on the Big 12 All-Freshman Team.

  • Sophomore Year: Posted 14.5 PPG, 2.2 APG, and 2.1 SPG, earning her First-Team All-Big 12 and All-Defensive honors.

  • Junior Year: Averaged 19.8 PPG, 2.7 APG, and 2.9 SPG; named Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year and a WBCA All-American Honorable Mention.

  • Senior Year: Dominated with 20.4 PPG, 3.2 APG, and 3.0 SPG; became the first in WVU history to win back-to-back Defensive Player of the Year. Hit 2,016 career points, ranking 3rd in program history, and led the league in steals.

Throughout her college career, JJ was named a WBCA and AP All-American Honorable Mention, a Naismith Defensive Player of the Year finalist, and a candidate for the Ann Meyers Drysdale Award.

WNBA Career

Quinerly was drafted in the 3rd round (27th overall) in 2025 by the Dallas Wings, becoming the 11th WVU player ever drafted. As a rookie, she earned a starting role and quickly emerged as a bright spot despite team inconsistency. Her energy, defense, and court IQ have earned praise from fans and analysts alike. As of mid-2025, she averaged 6.9 PPG, 1.9 RPG, and 2.3 APG for the season.