Kentucky women's basketball adds former Indiana HS star in transfer portal
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Ayanna Patterson, the 2022 Indiana Miss Basketball winner, is transferring to the University of Kentucky's women's basketball team after spending four seasons with UConn. Patterson, a former five-star recruit, will join the Wildcats under coach Kenny Brooks, who has a track record of developing post players.
Ayanna Patterson, a former Indiana high school star, is joining the University of Kentucky's women's basketball team. Patterson spent the previous four seasons with UConn, where she played in 55 games and was part of the 2025 national championship team. She entered the transfer portal due to injuries and limited playing time. Patterson will join coach Kenny Brooks, who has developed several successful post players. The 6-foot-2 Patterson will compete for playing time alongside 6-5 Clara Strack, one of the top returning posts in the country. Patterson is expected to earn her undergraduate degree before moving to Kentucky.
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