Key Loss for Tigers: Jersey Wolfenbarger Enters Transfer Portal, Exits LSU Program
Baton Rouge, LA — In a surprising offseason development, LSU Women’s Basketball is set to lose one of its most promising talents. Forward Jersey Wolfenbarger has officially entered the NCAA transfer portal, signaling her departure from the Tigers’ program.
The 6-foot-5 sophomore, known for her length, versatility, and high ceiling, was expected to play a more prominent role next season under head coach Kim Mulkey. Instead, Wolfenbarger will explore opportunities elsewhere, marking a significant shake-up in the roster as LSU looks to reload for another championship push.
A Promising Talent on the Move
Wolfenbarger, a former McDonald’s All-American and one of the most highly touted prospects in the nation out of high school, transferred to LSU after beginning her collegiate career at Arkansas. With elite size for a wing and the ability to guard multiple positions, she was seen as a major addition to the Tigers’ already star-studded lineup.
Though her minutes were limited this past season due to the team’s depth and veteran leadership, her development behind the scenes was widely praised by coaching staff and teammates. Many believed her breakout was imminent.
What This Means for LSU
Wolfenbarger’s departure is not just a roster change — it’s a strategic loss for LSU. Coach Kim Mulkey, who has built one of the most dynamic programs in women’s college basketball, now faces the challenge of reshaping her forward rotation while also balancing a group of incoming freshmen and potential transfers.
This move comes amid a broader wave of transfer activity across the NCAA, as athletes seek opportunities for more playing time and better fits within evolving team systems.
“We’re thankful for Jersey’s time with us,” said a source close to the program. “She’s an exceptional young woman with a bright future, and we wish her nothing but success.”
What’s Next for Wolfenbarger?
While her next destination remains unknown, Wolfenbarger is expected to draw strong interest from several high-major programs. Her combination of size, skill, and defensive upside makes her one of the more intriguing names currently in the portal.
Analysts believe a move to a team that can offer a more consistent starting role and structured development could unlock the full potential of a player who once ranked among the top 15 recruits in the nation.
For LSU, this is a reminder that even the most loaded rosters are not immune to change in the era of the transfer portal. And for Jersey Wolfenbarger, it marks the start of a new chapter — one filled with promise, renewed opportunity, and a chance to redefine her impact on the college basketball landscape.
As the Tigers regroup and Wolfenbarger evaluates her next move, fans across the country will be watching closely.
