Jennifer Brock Huskins
2024 Inductee
Jennifer Brock Huskins’s remarkable high school career was a testament to her exceptional talent and unwavering dedication, spanning across softball, basketball, track and field, and even tennis.
She was a force to be reckoned with in softball, earning three consecutive All-North Georgia honors and culminating in an All-State selection her senior year. Her prowess at the state level was undeniable, highlighted by winning the home run competition during the state tournament. Crucially, she was a key contributor to not one but two state championship victories for the Lady Panthers.
Jennifer's athletic brilliance extended beyond the softball diamond. In basketball, she garnered All-North Georgia and All-Tri-State accolades, contributing to a region championship team. On the track, she showcased her speed and athleticism, anchoring relay teams to third-place finishes at the state meet and securing region championships in both the 4x100 and 4x400 relays, alongside consistent top finishes in the 400-meter dash.
Her outstanding achievements earned her the prestigious North Georgia Athlete of the Year, RHS FCA Athlete of the Year, and the Chattanooga & North Georgia Allan Morris Award in 1991.
Jennifer's competitive spirit and talent continued to shine at the collegiate level. As a Junior College All-American in softball, she went on to achieve two years of All-SAC Team and All-SAC Tournament honors. Her dominance was so profound that she led the nation in triples, leaving an indelible mark on the NCAA Division II record books, where her records for most triples in a season and in a game still stand today.
Furthermore, she was a member of Team Tennessee, affording her the rare opportunity to compete against the 1996 Olympic Softball Team. She also went on to be a softball All-American, traveled the country to play softball, and received numerous awards and recognitions.
Her dedication to athletics also extended to the basketball court, playing four years of college basketball.
Jennifer Brock Huskins' extraordinary achievements and unwavering commitment to excellence have left an enduring legacy at Ridgeland High School and beyond. She embodies the spirit of a true Hall of Famer.