Overview
- USA Today, Reuters and others report that Okechukwu has signed or committed, though the university has not issued a formal announcement.
- Texas Tech signaled the move with a website photo of her palming two basketballs, and coach Krista Gerlich posted a teasing airport video on X.
- If approved, the 7-foot center from Nigeria would be the tallest player in women’s college basketball, with a reported 7-foot-4 wingspan and clips showing one-handed dunks.
- Several Power 4 programs pursued her, including West Virginia, and a Texas Tech assistant traveled to Africa to help close the recruitment.
- The Lady Raiders are 15-0, tied for the best start in program history, and could gain significant rim protection if she becomes eligible.