UTC Gains Portal Pickup

Versatile forward TaTianna Stovall joins Mocs women's basketball from transfer portal

Apr. 17, 2026 at 12:13am

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A cubist-inspired painting depicting the dynamic movements and overlapping perspectives of a women's basketball game, with sharp geometric shapes and planes of color representing the sport's fast-paced action.The addition of versatile forward TaTianna Stovall injects new energy and defensive intensity into the UTC women's basketball program.Chattanooga Today

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga women's basketball team has added former Bradley Central standout TaTianna Stovall from the transfer portal. Stovall, a versatile 6-foot-1 forward, played one season at Kennesaw State before entering the portal. UTC head coach Deandra Schirmer had previously recruited Stovall out of high school, where she won four state championships.

Why it matters

Stovall's addition provides a boost to the Mocs' frontcourt as they look to build on a 20-11 season that included a share of the Southern Conference regular-season title. The team lost several key players to the transfer portal, so Stovall's experience and defensive prowess will be valuable.

The details

In her lone season at Kennesaw State, Stovall averaged 6.8 points, 5.7 rebounds and 1.5 blocks per game. She was a dominant defender, recording a team-high 46 blocks and 36 steals. Stovall had a standout high school career, winning four state championships between Webb-Bell Buckle and Bradley Central.

  • Stovall played one season at Kennesaw State in 2025-26.
  • Stovall entered the transfer portal after her first season with the Owls.
  • Stovall committed to UTC on Thursday, April 16, 2026.

The players

TaTianna Stovall

A 6-foot-1 forward who played one season at Kennesaw State before transferring to UTC. Stovall had a standout high school career, winning four state championships.

Deandra Schirmer

The head coach of the UTC women's basketball team, who had previously recruited Stovall out of high school.

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What they’re saying

“She is a proven winner and a local legend with many championships won during her high school career. She is a coach's daughter and that has created the perfect combination of high basketball IQ and an outstanding work ethic.”

— Deandra Schirmer, UTC Women's Basketball Head Coach

What’s next

Stovall will join the UTC women's basketball team for the 2026-27 season, where she will look to help the Mocs build on their successful 2025-26 campaign.

The takeaway

Stovall's addition to the UTC women's basketball team provides a much-needed boost to their frontcourt as they look to defend their Southern Conference title. Her defensive prowess and championship pedigree from high school make her a valuable addition to the Mocs' roster.