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Former Henrico hoops star transfers to Baylor

Fred Jeter | 12/7/2023, 6 p.m.
Jada Walker has taken her talents to the Lone Star State.
Jada Walker

Jada Walker has taken her talents to the Lone Star State.

After two solid seasons at the University of Kentucky, the 5-foot-7 southpaw guard now suits up for Baylor University in Waco. Baylor plays in the Big 12 Conference.

After six games, Walker was averaging 8.5 points with a high of 15 against Southern. Baylor entered this week 7-0 and ranked 13th nationally.

Walker is the daughter of former Virginia Union basketball standout Jonathan Walker and former VUU women’s coach AnnMarie Gilbert.

Jada was a high school sensation at Highland Springs and Henrico High and New Hope Academy, Md.