When it comes to building a powerhouse, Kentucky women's basketball coach Kenny Brooks is proving he knows exactly how to stack the deck. Already riding high with a top ten recruiting class that includes three McDonald's All-Americans, Brooks has been busy in the transfer portal too, adding players ready to make an immediate impact. But on Wednesday, he pulled off what might be his biggest coup yet: landing a former top ten WNBA draft pick.

Enter Ajsa Sivka, a 6'4" guard from Slovenia who was selected 10th overall by the Chicago Sky in the 2025 WNBA draft. However, instead of heading straight to the pros, Sivka chose to finish her high school career in Europe. Now, she's bringing her game to Lexington, and the buzz is real.

What makes Sivka such a game-changer? It starts with her size—at 6'4", she's a mismatch nightmare for opposing guards. But she's not just tall; she's a skilled scorer and a reliable shooter. In her most recent stint in Spain, she averaged over 8 points and 3 rebounds per game while knocking down 33% of her three-point attempts. Plus, she's no stranger to big moments, having competed at the FIBA U18 Women's European Basketball Championship and the Nike Hoops Summit.

Brooks was on the hunt for backcourt talent and experience, and Sivka fits the bill perfectly. She's a strong candidate to step into a starting role and could be an immediate impact player as the Wildcats work to build chemistry. For a coach already having a standout offseason, this is another bold statement: Kentucky is ready to compete at the highest level.