Amiya Joyner transfers from LSU to Louisville women's basketball
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 1:35 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Amiya Joyner has committed to Louisville women's basketball following her time at LSU. The forward gained a fifth year of eligibility after a Louisiana court issued a temporary release. Joyner previously played three seasons at East Carolina, averaging 15 points and 9.2 rebounds during her junior year. Last season at LSU, she averaged 9.2 points and 7.5 rebounds in 34 games. Joyner chose Louisville despite having the option to return to LSU, as the Cardinals seek to bolster their roster after recent transfers.
- •Amiya Joyner transfers to Louisville from LSU.
- •Joyner gained an extra year of eligibility through a court decision.
- •She averaged 9.2 points and 7.5 rebounds last season at LSU.
- •Joyner had previously played three seasons at East Carolina.
- •Louisville is looking to strengthen its roster after losing players.
- 1:35 PMYahoo Sports — Ex-LSU women's basketball forward transfers to ACC school
"A former LSU women's basketball forward is taking her talents to the ACC after gaining a fifth year of eligibility.
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