Shells started all 33 games last year, and averaged 16.7 points per game, the most of any Atlantic 10 player. She was selected to the A-10 All Conference first team, and A-10 All Conference defensive team. She scored in double-figures in all but four games last season, and is sixth on Richmond's all-time scoring list with 1,457 points.
In two games this season, Shells is averaging 31 points. Wednesday, in an 88-78 win over Appalachian State University, she recorded 28 points, five assists and six steals.
Q: When did you first start playing basketball?
A: I don't know the exact date, but I think I was 7.
Q: Who is your favorite basketball player?
A: I like Derrick Rose, Chris Paul and Kevin Anderson.
Q: What goals do you have for the team this season?
A: The NCAA [Tournament], win the A-10 Championship. Nothing else but to win.
Q: What are your hopes for life after college?
A: Honestly, I want to play in the WNBA. I want to play overseas and I also want to go to film school. I'd like to get into the film industry. Hopefully I can do a little film editing, and go to Hollywood.
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