Clemson Women's Basketball Adds Second Transfer Portal Commitment

Shawn Poppie lands versatile stretch forward from SEC program

Apr. 18, 2026 at 9:52pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the action and energy of a women's basketball game, with sharp, overlapping shapes and planes in vibrant colors like blue, orange, and green.Clemson's women's basketball team adds a versatile transfer who can stretch the floor and complement the existing roster.Clemson Today

Clemson's women's basketball team has added another transfer portal commitment, bringing in a 6-foot-3 rising senior forward from the SEC. The new addition, Jenna Lawrence, is coming off a career year at Arkansas where she averaged 7.4 points and 3.4 rebounds per game despite limited playing time. Lawrence is known for her shooting ability, knocking down 36.4% of her 3-pointers last season.

Why it matters

The addition of Lawrence provides Clemson with another versatile weapon who can space the floor and complement the team's existing roster. As the Tigers look to build on a strong season, Lawrence's shooting and rebounding could be valuable assets.

The details

Lawrence established herself as one of the best shooters on her Arkansas team last season, with 99 of her 190 field goal attempts coming from behind the arc where she shot 36.4%. She also shot 90% from the free throw line, an area Clemson struggled in last year. While her minutes dipped this past season, Lawrence has shown the ability to be a productive starter, averaging 21.6 minutes, 5.7 points and 4.8 rebounds per game as a sophomore.

  • Lawrence will have one year of eligibility remaining as a graduate transfer.

The players

Jenna Lawrence

A 6-foot-3 rising senior forward who is transferring to Clemson after spending the last three seasons at Arkansas, where she established herself as one of the team's best shooters.

Shawn Poppie

The head coach of the Clemson women's basketball team, who has now added two transfer portal commitments this offseason to bolster his roster.

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What they’re saying

“Clemson strikes again in the portal, adding a stretch forward from an SEC program with real range who can space the floor immediately.”

— Talia Goodman, Reporter

What’s next

Lawrence will look to make an immediate impact for Clemson next season as the Tigers aim to build on their recent success and compete for a spot in the NCAA Tournament.

The takeaway

The addition of Jenna Lawrence gives Clemson's women's basketball team another versatile and talented player who can stretch the floor with her 3-point shooting. Her experience and production at the SEC level should help the Tigers continue to improve and compete at a high level in the ACC.