Junior guard Chloe Jackson is recognized as one of the most dynamic guards in the country. With a mid-range jumper that is nearly impossible to stop and one of the quickest first-steps in the nation, the ceiling is extremely high for the second-year Lady Tiger.
Coming out of high school, Jackson was ranked as the No. 19 guard in the Class of 2014 by ESPN and signed with North Carolina State. After only making four appearances at NC State, Jackson made the decision to transfer and take her talents elsewhere.
“North Carolina State is a good school and has good coaches,” Jackson said. The style of play just did not fit my style of play.”
Jackson said she has more freedom playing for LSU coach Nikki Fargas. LSU has allowed her to become more comfortable in what she does as a player and develop her skill set.
“Looking at the team and seeing how they like to play, it went well with me and how I like to play,” Jackson said. “The confidence the coaching staff had in me and the family environment were some things that I really liked.”
As the Upper Marlboro, Maryland-native transitioned into the in the Southeastern Conference, it took a while for Jackson to adjust to the intensity. With the competition level being elevated in the SEC in comparison to the Atlantic Coast Conference, it was one of the things that jumped out to Jackson first.
“When you look at all the teams ranked in the SEC, it’s hard competition every night, even the teams that are not ranked. Also, this conference is much more physical than the ACC.”
Learning to adapt to the physical nature in the SEC was a challenge Jackson relished and looked forward to. Over time, Jackson began learning the ways of the new conference and her statistics began to take on new heights.  
Jackson is currently leading the team in points, averaging 17.6 per game. As the primary scorer for the Lady Tigers alongside senior guard Raigyne Louis, Jackson has been a dynamite player that grabs the attention of LSU’s opponents.  
“She is putting up numbers in a conference that is a tough conference to play in and she’s doing it with a lot of confidence,” Fargas said. “She is demanding some of the best defenders. People are running with her, denying her and trying to get her out of rhythm, but she is still scoring the basketball.”
Jackson’s superb play for LSU thus far has earned her the recognition of being included in the top 10 finalists for the Ann Meyers Drysdale Award, that honors the best shooting guard in the nation.
“Being up for this award is a huge blessing,” Jackson said. She is a pioneer for the game. Being noticed as one of the best shooting guards in the country means a lot, especially with sitting out for two years. Being acknowledged after only one year of playing is a huge accomplishment.”
As it turns out, coming to LSU has resulted as great outcomes for both Jackson and LSU. With Jackson in the lineup, LSU has knocked off four ranked foes throughout 23 games. Jackson has emerged as one of the most feared guards in the country and looks to lead her team to a deep run in the big dance this year.