Hokie Club2023-23 (Redshirt Freshman)
Played in all 33 games, starting once in the win over Clemson. She averaged 4.2 points per game, 2.3 rebounds and 1.5 assists. Wenzel scored a season-best 12 points in the NCAA Tournament vs. Marshall. In that game she also recorded six rebounds, seven assists and two blocks, becoming just the third woman in program history to record 12-6-7-2 in the same contest.
2022-23 (True Freshman)
Did not compete and earned a redshirt.
Before VT
Attended O’Connor High School where she played for two seasons scoring over 1,000 points … Named the Express News Newcomer of the year during her freshman season and the team’s offensive MVP the following season … Attended Antonian College Preparatory where she reached 1,500 points and was named TAPPS All-State, TAPPS Academic All-State, TAPPS First Team All-South Texas, TABCC All-Region, TABC All-State as well as San Antonio Express News Super Team member … 44th-highest rated player in the class of 2022 and tenth-highest rated guard
Coach Brooks' Quote
"Carleigh is an elite shooter that plays with a confident flair. She can shoot the ball in a variety of ways and has outstanding range. She played a significant role on one of the best AAU teams I saw this summer. I can't wait to see the impact she makes on our program."
Personal
- Wenzel is enrolled in criminology courses
- Brother Brendan plays hoops at Wyoming