Former Lady Griz Guard Joins Big Sky Rival

Draya Wacker leaves Montana program to play for conference foe next season.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 10:35am

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Draya Wacker, a guard for the Montana Lady Griz basketball team, has announced she will be transferring to a different Big Sky Conference school for the upcoming season, leaving the Missoula-based program.

Why it matters

Wacker's departure is a significant loss for the Lady Griz, who will need to replace a key player from their roster. Her decision to join a conference rival also adds intrigue to future matchups between the two programs.

The details

After two seasons with the Lady Griz, Wacker has decided to continue her collegiate career at a different Big Sky Conference school. The specifics of her transfer destination have not been disclosed, but it will pit her against her former Montana teammates next season.

  • Wacker played for the Lady Griz for the past two seasons.
  • She will be joining a new Big Sky Conference program for the 2026-27 season.

The players

Draya Wacker

A former guard for the Montana Lady Griz basketball team who is transferring to a different Big Sky Conference school for the upcoming season.

Montana Lady Griz

The women's basketball team at the University of Montana, which Wacker played for the past two seasons.

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What’s next

The specific school Wacker will be joining has not been announced, but it will be revealed when she officially enrolls and joins the new program's roster.

The takeaway

Wacker's transfer represents a significant loss for the Lady Griz, who will need to find a way to replace her production and leadership on the court. Her decision to join a conference rival also adds an intriguing storyline to future matchups between the two programs.