University Buffalo D'Youville Women’s Basketball
Ava Martinez
Ava Martinez
Reporter · Buffalo, NY
Ava Martinez has spent over 3 years covering community issues in Buffalo, particularly focusing on social justice initiatives and grassroots movements. With a degree in Sociology from the University at Buffalo, she has a deep understanding of the societal factors impacting local neighborhoods. Ava previously worked as a community organizer before transitioning to journalism.
More from Ava →Reporter · Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 1:11 PM · 1 min read
University at Buffalo defender Ella Wickstrom (23) battles for a loose ball with D'Youville's Trinity Small (2) during the first half of an exhibition game at Broadview Arena on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026.(Harry Scull Jr./Buffalo News)