College basketball player dies at 20: ‘Impact will never be forgotten’

Victor Valley College is grieving the loss of Jheney Wallace, a basketball player who died at the age of 20. The student athlete died on July 15 in a single-vehicle accident at the Cajon Pass in Southern California. According to local reports, her vehicle left the road and overturned down an embankment.

The college athletics department shared their sorrow on social media, remembering Wallace as a dedicated teammate and a cherished member of their community. Those who knew her speak of a person who brought energy to the court and to her relationships with friends and family.

Wallace attended Victor Valley High School, where she earned all-league honors as a basketball player. Her coaches and mentors describe her as a leader with a strong work ethic. She maintained a goal of playing in the WNBA during her college career.

Her mother, Tamara Wallace, described Jheney as a bubbly and loving person who encouraged others. The loss marks a painful moment for the team and the broader academic community as they honor her memory.