Biography
Ashley Free is an accomplished basketball athlete known for her exceptional skills on the court. Born on March 14, 1995, in Seattle, Washington, she gained prominence during her high school career at West Seattle High School, where she led her team to a state championship in 2013. Following her high school success, Free played college basketball at the University of Oregon, where she set several records and earned All-Conference honors.
Throughout her collegiate career, Free was recognized for her scoring ability and defensive prowess. She averaged over 20 points per game in her final season, leading the Ducks to the NCAA Tournament and receiving an invitation to participate in the prestigious Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) Draft. In 2017, she was selected in the second round by the New York Liberty, marking the beginning of her professional career.
In the WNBA, Ashley Free made an immediate impact, contributing to her team's success and earning a reputation as a reliable shooting guard. Throughout her professional tenure, she was selected to participate in multiple All-Star games and was instrumental in the Liberty's playoff runs. Free's commitment to the sport and her philanthropic efforts in promoting women's basketball have left a lasting legacy, inspiring future generations of athletes.