General: Big-time frontcourt potential for the Rams... Extremely gifted on the offensive side of the game as well as possesing a knack for rebounding... Will vie for significant playing time off the bench.

Prior to VCU: Averaged 27.3 points, 12.5 rebounds and 3.0 blocks per game for Salem High School during her senior season...Was nominated for Georgia Player of the Year and was named First Team All-State...Played club basketball with AAU national power the Georgia Metros, the same club that VCU teammates D'Andra Moss and Kita Waller played for while in high school.

Personal: Daughter of Shiroleen and John Hurt...Attended high school in Conyers, Ga., but calls Loganville, Ga. her home...Majoring in business at VCU...Born March 5, 1990.

COACH CUNNINGHAM ON HURT: “Courtney has proven to be one of the top rebounders in the state of Georgia. She has good size, good hands, good athleticism and a good nose for ball. She comes from a good high school and a good AAU program. We are certain she’ll be able to help us in post position.”