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Lady Longhorns Roster Crisis After Final Four Run
9 Apr
Summary
- Three top scorers entered the transfer portal after Final Four appearance.
- Two additional key players are out of eligibility.
- Texas loses significant scoring, assists, and minutes from roster.
The Texas women's basketball program is experiencing a severe roster crisis following their program-defining Final Four appearance. Three of the team's top four scorers, Jordan Lee, Justice Carlton, and Aaliyah Crump, have entered the transfer portal. Compounding these departures, Kyla Oldacre and Rori Harmon, both significant contributors, are no longer eligible to play.
These exits represent a massive loss for the Lady Longhorns. The team is set to lose over 63% of its scoring, nearly 56% of its rebounding, and over two-thirds of its assists and minutes played from the most recent season. Head coach Vic Schaefer acknowledges the drastic changes in college sports due to the transfer portal and NIL.
Despite these challenges, Texas boasts the nation's top recruiting class and will retain star player Madison Booker. Coach Schaefer emphasizes the need to adapt to the evolving landscape of college athletics to remain competitive. The team's future performance, particularly their ability to reach Final Four status again, remains to be seen.
