Siena University Athletics

2025-26 (SOPHOMORE AT FORDHAM):

• Redshirt year

2024-25 (FRESHMAN AT FORDHAM):

• Appeared in 29 of 30 games, making two starts while averaging 12.2 minutes per game
• Recorded 43 points on 37.7% shooting from the field
• Collected 101 rebounds (3.5 RPG), nine blocks, 15 steals, and eight assists
• Recorded a career-high 10 rebounds against Cal State Fullerton on Nov. 8

BEFORE COLLEGE:

• Played four seasons of varsity basketball at Schalmont High School
• Led the Sabers to a state championship as a sophomore while averaging 18.1 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 3.1 blocks
• Averaged 21.8 points, 12.0 rebounds, and 4.1 blocks as a junior
• Averaged 16.9 points, 10.3 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and 1.7 blocks as a senior
• Finished her career with 1,668 points, the second-most in program history
• Three-time Class B All-Star selection
• Three-time First Team Times Union All-Star
• Named to the Channel 13 WNYT All-Star Team and State Class B All-Star Team
• Served as team captain during the 2023-24 season
• Selected as an Under Armour Future 60 selection

PERSONAL:

• Born on February 3
• Daughter of Rondell and Hops Antoine
• Sister of Nyla and Ariyah
• Her Uncle, Chris Pelcher, played professionally overseas
• Planning to major in communications
• Also played volleyball in high school
• Chose Siena for the proximity to home

THE ANTOINE FILES
Nickname: Riss, Rissy
Twitter Handle: Iamkarissaaaa11
Instagram Handle: Iamkarissa11
Major: Communications: Marketing & Digital Marketing
Dream Job: Real Estate Entrepreneur
A fun fact about me is: I love sports cars
Why I chose to become a Saint: It's close to home and the culture of the team
What I like most about Siena University: How close it is to home
What I like most about Siena Basketball: The culture and staff
What I like most about Coach Primm: How much of an open person he is. His door is always open for conversations about being on or off the court. He not only tells you he cares but also shows you
Player I most relate to on the team (and why): Nila Giraud because we both transferred in and were recovering from our past schools and injuries. Personality-wise, very much alike
Goal(s) for the upcoming season: Proving my point…. She’s back.
My pregame routine consists of: Listening to music on my JBL speaker after my Bloom energy while getting ready.
My pregame hype song is: Depends on what my top hype song is in my playlist at that moment.
My biggest fan is: My family
The person I look up to the most (and why): My future self because I have plans… those plans are a part of the person I want to be. That person has everything I want and aspire to be.
My hobbies are: Driving, reading, exploring new places with my favorite people, and listening to music.
Three words that best describe me: Loud, energetic, crazy
The best advice I ever received was: Take it day by day.
If I could travel anywhere in the world, I would go to (and why): Trinidad And Tobago. Family out there.
If I could have dinner with any three people – dead or alive – they would be: Kevin Hart, NBAYOUNGBOY and Tupac
 
Favorites
TV Show: Shameless or Grey's Anatomy
Movie: The Fast & Furious series or The Hate U Give
App: Music app
Sports Team: New York Giants
Athlete: Ryan Pettis
Celebrity: NBAYOUNGBOY
Animal: Cats
Car: Hennessey H1000 Escalade V
Vacation spot: Anywhere tropical
Food: Fruit
Ice cream flavor: Vanilla
Color: Blue