Ohio State Women's Basketball Hosts ACC Transfer

Former five-star recruit visits Buckeyes as program looks to bolster roster.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 11:22am

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A cubist, geometric painting featuring overlapping planes of scarlet red and gray, conceptually representing the dynamic action of a women's basketball game.Ohio State looks to add high-level talent through the transfer portal as it aims for a deep NCAA Tournament run.Columbus Today

The Ohio State women's basketball team is hosting a transfer from an ACC program, a former five-star recruit, as the Buckeyes look to upgrade their roster ahead of the upcoming season.

Why it matters

Ohio State is looking to build on a solid season and make a deeper run in the NCAA Tournament. Adding an experienced transfer with high-level talent could be a significant boost for the program.

The details

The specific details of the transfer player and their background have not been disclosed, but the visit indicates Ohio State is actively pursuing talent in the transfer portal to strengthen its roster.

  • The visit is taking place in April 2026, ahead of the 2026-27 season.

The players

Ohio State Buckeyes

The women's basketball team at Ohio State University, a Division I program that competes in the Big Ten Conference.

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What’s next

If the transfer player decides to commit to Ohio State, they would need to complete the transfer process and be granted eligibility by the NCAA to play for the Buckeyes in the upcoming season.

The takeaway

Ohio State is actively seeking to bolster its women's basketball roster through the transfer portal, a common practice in college sports as programs look to quickly add experienced talent and depth.