It's been a massive day for Utah women's basketball in the transfer portal, and the Utes aren't done yet. Late Thursday night, the program secured its third commitment of the day, adding veteran forward Olivia Bradley to bolster its frontcourt.
Bradley, a 6-foot-1 forward from Adelaide, South Australia, transfers in from UC Santa Barbara with two years of eligibility remaining. She's coming off a career-best season where she earned Big West honorable mention honors, averaging an impressive 13.2 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks per game.
This move addresses a key need for Utah after the departure of forward Reese Ross to Baylor. Bradley isn't just a short-term fix; her experience and remaining eligibility provide stability and immediate impact. She's proven she can score efficiently, shooting 48% from the field last season, and brings a defensive presence with her shot-blocking ability.
Her arrival creates an intriguing international connection in the paint. Bradley is poised to pair nicely with fellow Australian Chyra Evans, who returns after averaging 8.2 points and 5.1 rebounds last season. This duo could give Pac-12 opponents fits with their size and versatility.
The Utes' frontcourt reload doesn't stop there. The roster also welcomes back Evelina Otto and Kamryn Mafua, while adding freshmen Rylee Little and another Australian, Emma Petrie. With the additions of Bradley, Filipa Barros, and Lena Girardi all in one day, Utah is clearly building serious momentum for the upcoming season, signaling a team ready to compete at a high level.
