Cyriah Griffin, a two-time All-Tidewater girls basketball selection, announced on Monday that she has committed to play for Virginia Commonwealth University.
Griffin, and Menchville coach Adrian Webb, confirmed that she has transferred from King’s Fork and will play her senior season at Menchville. The Monarchs and VCU will be getting a talented and accomplished player.
Griffin was the top reserve as a freshman for Princess Anne’s 2021 Class 5 state championship team before transferring to King’s Fork. She averaged 15 points, eight assists and five steals as a sophomore, and starred for the Bulldogs with 12 points and 13 assists in a 71-67 win over Millbrook in the 2022 Class 4 state championship game on VCU’s floor at the Siegel Center.
A 5-foot-7 point guard, Griffin averaged 19 points, nine assists and seven steals in helping King’s Fork reach the Class 4 state semifinals last season. She was named first team All-Tidewater.
Griffin said she is excited about the commitment to VCU.
“I can’t wait to get to VCU and get to work,” she said. “I chose VCU because it’s a family environment and they believe in what I bring to the table.
“They like that I’m a true point guard who can shoot the ball and get everyone involved.”
But first, she will attempt to win a third state championship ring in four seasons wearing the purple and gold of Menchville.
“I’ve been working with Coach Webb in AAU and been in the gym with him a lot for years, so I’m very excited to get to finally play for him my last year of high school,” she said. “I love my Menchville teammates and can’t wait to get a state championship.”
Webb said VCU is the perfect place for Griffin because she’ll be within an hour of home, will get playing time early and compete to play in NCAA Tournaments.
“She’s a great decision-maker with a great handle and can get her teammates the ball,” he said. “Shooting translates at any level.
“We’re happy she’ll play here first.”
