Philadelphia High School Basketball Star Shayla Smith Hopes To Become First WNBA Player To Wear Hijab

CBS Philadelphia

March 11, 2025

In the world of high school girls' basketball, 17-year-old Shayla Smith is making a name for herself.

The leading point guard for Universal Audenried Charter School recently made history by setting a new city record of scoring more than 2,500 career points.

The Lonnie Young Recreation Center is where Shayla first ever picked up a basketball.

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