The Tennessee Lady Vols' roster is undergoing a complete transformation, with freshman guard Jaida Civil becoming the final piece of the puzzle to find a new home. Civil has announced her transfer to the Ole Miss Rebels, marking a significant shift in the SEC landscape.
This move means that not a single player from Tennessee's 2024-25 roster will return for the 2025-26 season, signaling a dramatic rebuild for the historic program. Civil, who entered the transfer portal earlier this spring, shared her decision on social media, expressing gratitude for her time in Knoxville while embracing her next chapter.
"I've been praying hard about my next move," Civil wrote on Instagram. "Two things can be true. I can be appreciative and thankful for my time as a Lady Vol, and I can be happy and excited for my next Journey. With that being said the Sip is the Move!"
Her commitment to Coach Yolett McPhee-McCuin and Ole Miss adds another talented piece to a Rebels program known for its energetic, up-tempo style of play. For Tennessee fans, it's the closing of one chapter and the beginning of a new era, reminding us that in today's college basketball, adaptability and fresh starts are part of the game.
