Hunter’s Alexa Charles Shatters CUNYAC Records, Tops National Leaderboards

Release courtesy Hunter Athletic Communications

NEW YORK - Hunter College senior Alexa Charles continues to set the standard on the national stage, emerging as one of the most dominant players in NCAA Division III women's basketball while adding historic milestones within the City University of New York Athletic Conference.

Charles currently leads all of NCAA Division III in points per game (32.3) and total points (388), holding a margin of more than 100 points over the No. 2 scorer nationally. She also ranks first in total steals (87) and steals per game (7.25), while pacing the division in triple-doubles (three) and recording six double-doubles this season.

Her statistical dominance is not limited to DIII. As of mid-January, Charles is the nationwide leader across all NCAA divisions (I, II, and III) in:

Total Points: 388
Points Per Game: 32.3
Total Steals: 87
Steals Per Game: 7.25

Those national marks add to a growing list of career achievements. Earlier this season, Charles became the first player in Hunter women's basketball history to score 2,000 career points, a milestone that underscored her sustained scoring excellence and consistency. She followed that achievement during the Worcester Polytechnic Institute Tournament over winter break by becoming the CUNYAC all-time leader in field goals made, now totaling 938 for her career.

During the same tournament, Charles reached another rare benchmark, becoming the conference's all-time steals leader. She surpassed the 500-steal mark last week and currently sits at 511 career steals, reflecting her defensive instincts, effort and impact on both ends of the floor.

The milestones illustrate Charles' complete influence on the game. Her scoring efficiency and volume place her among the nation's elite, while her defensive numbers highlight relentless pressure and anticipation that have consistently disrupted opposing offenses.

Beyond the record book, Charles has been a fixture on the conference, regional and national stage, earning multiple CUNYAC weekly and postseason honors, along with regional and national recognition throughout her career.

"Alexa's work ethic and competitiveness set the tone for our entire program," said John Garrett. "These records are a reflection of how hard she works every day and how much she impacts winning. She's not just putting up numbers, she's elevating everyone around her."

As the season continues, Charles remains an active leader for the Hawks, building a resume that now includes national Division III dominance, conference-record performances, and milestones that place her among the most accomplished players in CUNYAC history.

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