By Adriana Flores Solis, Feb. 11, 2025
Broncos basketball guard Breanne Ha immortalized her reputation as one of the greatest shooters in program history when she broke the all-time 3-point record at the game against Cal State East Bay Jan. 23., but is just as dominant off the court.
Southern California native from Rancho Cucamonga is a candidate for a Master of Science in information security at Cal Poly Pomona.
Ha said she has been interested in technology from a young age, which partly stems from watching a show called “Bones” that sparked her interest in forensic science.
“They have this cool forensic technician that could create software to figure out how people died,” said Ha. “So I thought, ‘oh that’s cool,’ and it made me want to take interest in it.”
When Ha is not on the basketball court, the gym or in the classroom, she loves playing video games, especially the action-packed “Fortnite,” or she hangs out with her three dogs, friends and family.
Being a middle child, Ha said her parents supported and guided her from a young age. She said they have instilled in her a good work ethic and strong drive for success that guide her on and off the court.
Even though her favorite basketball player is Stephen Curry, the starting point guard for the Golden Gate Warriors, Ha said she especially enjoys the rise in media coverage for women’s sports. “It’s awesome,” Ha said. “I love it. I love to see how everyone’s uplifting more women’s sports and women athletes, showing their support.”
Ha made the record-breaking shot in the first quarter of the game against Cal State East Bay, which ended with a final score of 81-58.
“I was at a loss for words,” said Ha after the record-breaking achievement. “All I could think about was all the work that I had put in, especially with my parents and the trainers, and how it was worth it. I am extremely proud of myself and thankful for everyone who helped me get there.”
Women’s basketball head coach Danielle Bishop said she is not surprised by Ha’s record.
“I’m just really proud of her,” said Bishop. “She’s been here five years. She’s a hard worker. She’s a joy to coach, and she’s a phenomenal teammate. Everybody loves her.”
Broncos guard Kalaya Buggs and forward Sydney Nelson both agreed that having great chemistry with their teammates off the court reflects on their performances on the court.
“She’s just an amazing teammate, an amazing person, and having that much trust in a teammate, it’s really a game changer,” said Nelson.
Buggs reflected on what it has been like to play with Ha the past few years.
“On the court, obviously she’s a great shooter,” said Buggs. “I grew up playing with her throughout high school, so I’ve kind of seen her evolve throughout the years. Like her shooting or her defense, just her basketball abilities on both ends of the court. Just having someone on the court like that, like Sydney said, it’s a game changer.”
Ha has proven from the start that she is a great shooter.
“She understands our defense,” Bishop said. “She knows where to be. She’s just glue when she’s out there. We need her out there. She’s really become an all-around player, and on top of that, an amazing person and a tremendous academic student.”
Feature image courtesy of CPP Athletics
