By: BHS Sports Staff
November 13, 2025
Now that collegiate hoops has officially begun, it is important to shine light on a Brooklyn alumni who is making a name for herself in Division I Women’s Basketball.
Shariah Gailes, a 2023 Hurricane graduate, is making headlines at The University of Canisius, located in Buffalo, New York.
In high school, Gailes finished with 1,020 career points and a school-record 1,101 career rebounds. She also held the Brooklyn High School record for most points scored in a game (43) and still holds the most rebounds recorded in a single game with 29. Additionally, she was a two-time All-District honoree, a three-time team MVP, and an All-Ohio Special Mention after her senior season.
Gailes used her time here at Brooklyn to help her get through all of the current “hoops” that college presents.
“Brooklyn prepared me to compete and to handle different pressures and stressors at the same time,” stated the junior forward.
She spent her time as a freshman at The University of Illinois Springfield (Division II) where she won the UIS Female Rookie of the Year, averaging 9.3 points and 4.6 rebounds per game.
She later transferred to Canisius for her sophomore season, and in 29 games, she nearly averaged a double-double with 9.1 points and 8.1 rebounds per game, ranking her third in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference in rebounds.
Gailes has built a strong work ethic, along with making strong connections in college.
“My college experience has been very fun and successful, on-and-off the court. I have met a lot of different people throughout these three years,” Gailes stated in her recent phone interview.
Currently through three games this season, she is averaging 12.3 points and 6.3 rebounds per game. Just two days ago against Syracuse, Gailes led the way in scoring with 22 points, shooting 54 percent from the field.
She hopes that her team can continue their growth to see sustained success and to ultimately win the MAAC.
“My goal for this team is to return to the MAAC championship and stay for the entire week!”
Shariah, Hurricane Nation is rooting for you, and we hope your team keeps fighting from start to finish. You make all of us proud.
Go Golden Griffins!
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