University of Denver Athletics

Awards:
Named Hornbeck Scholar winter quarter for 2017-18

2017-18 (JUNIOR)
Appeared in nine games ... scored first collegiate points in a win against Johnson & Wales on Nov. 16 ... dished out a season-high one assist against Johnson & Wales.

2016-17 (SOPHOMORE)
Appeared in six games ... grabbed one rebound on two occasions ... made collegiate debut against Utah Valley on Nov. 23.

2015-16 (FRESHMAN)
Did not play

BEFORE DENVER
Played at Ponderosa High School ... Also played football and threw the discus for the track and field team ... Was a conference champion in the discus and finished seventh in state.

PERSONAL
Born September 20, 1997 ... Son of Jennifer and stepfather Edward ... Knighton has two brothers, Gavin and Mason and one sister, Rachelle ... Chose Denver for the outstanding academics, the beautiful campus and the close proximity to home ... Hopes to work on the administrative side for a college or a professional sports team ... Enjoys hiking, camping and horseback riding.