HAMPTON, Virginia -- Keiara Avant wasn't ready to leave.After averaging a double-double at Indian River High School and receiving a couple of out-of-state scholarship offers, the Chesapeake native wanted to continue her basketball career close to home.
She loved having her family in the stands - a little extra motivation, she said, that helps her play harder. She wanted the hand-made signs, the cheers and the familiarity.
When Hampton coach David Six extended her an offer, the choice was simple. The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference school felt like - and was close to - home.
"Having my family come to the games, support me, it's just great," Avant said. "Hampton blue is strong in my family."
The senior said at least six of her relatives are Hampton alumni. They've watched her and the Pirates win three consecutive MEAC championships.
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