Tennessee Forward Lauren Hurst Commits To Virginia Tech

Hurst is the second player from Tennessee to commit to the Hokies.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 7:22pm

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Virginia Tech women's basketball has secured a commitment from Lauren Hurst, a 6-foot-3 guard/forward who played her freshman year at Tennessee. Hurst, a top-50 recruit out of high school, will have three years of eligibility remaining with the Hokies.

Why it matters

Hurst's transfer is part of a larger exodus from Tennessee's women's basketball program, as the Volunteers will not return any players with experience next season. Her addition helps bolster Virginia Tech's roster as they look to build on last year's success.

The details

In her freshman season at Tennessee, Hurst averaged 2.3 points and 1.6 rebounds per game, shooting 48.8% from the field and 41.4% from three-point range. Her strongest performance came against then-No. 17 Ole Miss, where she scored 16 points, grabbed 9 rebounds, and added 2 assists and 2 steals.

  • Hurst committed to Virginia Tech on April 11, 2026.

The players

Lauren Hurst

A 6-foot-3 guard/forward who played her freshman year at Tennessee and has three years of eligibility remaining.

Grant Hurst

Lauren Hurst's older brother, who is on the men's basketball team at Tennessee.

Addison Hurst

Lauren Hurst's older sister, who is a volleyball player at South Alabama.

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The takeaway

Hurst's transfer to Virginia Tech is a significant addition for the Hokies, as they look to build on their success and replace the departures from Tennessee's program. Her combination of size, scoring ability, and defensive versatility make her a valuable asset for Virginia Tech moving forward.