McCracken Alum Claire Johnson Joins Murray State Women's Basketball

Former Nebraska player to continue career with Racers

Apr. 12, 2026 at 1:25am

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Claire Johnson, an alum of McCracken County High School in Kentucky, has announced that she is transferring from Nebraska to join the women's basketball team at Murray State University.

Why it matters

Johnson's transfer to Murray State is a notable move, as she was previously a player for the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Her decision to join the Racers program will provide a boost of talent and experience to the Murray State women's basketball team.

The details

In a tweet posted on Saturday afternoon, Johnson simply stated that she will be transferring to Murray State University to continue her collegiate basketball career.

  • Johnson announced her transfer decision on April 12, 2026.

The players

Claire Johnson

A former player for the Nebraska Cornhuskers who is transferring to join the women's basketball team at Murray State University.

McCracken County High School

The high school in Kentucky that Claire Johnson previously attended before playing for Nebraska and now transferring to Murray State.

Murray State University

The university that Claire Johnson will be joining to play women's basketball after transferring from Nebraska.

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What’s next

Johnson will begin playing for the Murray State women's basketball team in the upcoming 2026-27 season.

The takeaway

Claire Johnson's transfer from Nebraska to Murray State represents an exciting opportunity for the Racers women's basketball program to add an experienced and talented player to their roster.