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Texas Hit Hard as Five-Star Aaliyah Crump Enters Transfer Portal

Texas Hit Hard as Five-Star Aaliyah Crump Enters Transfer Portal

Summary

The Texas Longhorns women's basketball team faces changes as three key players, including top recruit Aaliyah Crump, have entered the transfer portal. Crump had been a promising player despite an inconsistent first year due to injury, and her departure adds to the team's roster shake-up. Texas aims to maintain competitiveness with a strong incoming recruiting class.

Key Facts

  • Aaliyah Crump, a five-star recruit, is leaving the Texas Longhorns via the transfer portal.
  • Crump's first year was affected by a foot injury and inconsistent playtime, averaging 7.9 points per game.
  • Two other players, Justice Carlton and Aaliyah Moore, are also entering the transfer portal, impacting the team.
  • Crump, Carlton, and Moore were key contributors to Texas reaching the Final Four.
  • Despite these changes, Texas has the No. 2 ranked 2026 recruiting class joining the team.
  • New recruits include Addison Bjorn and Brihanna Crittendon, and guards Amalia Holguin and Aaliah Spaight.
  • ESPN ranks Texas as the No. 2 team for the upcoming season, indicating high expectations.

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