Illinois freshman Lana Brenjo tears ACL, out for 2026-27 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 3:06 PM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
Illinois freshman forward Lana Brenjo suffered a torn ACL during preseason workouts and is set to undergo surgery in October. The 6-foot-4 player expressed her disappointment on Instagram, stating she is focused on recovery. Brenjo joined Illinois after a season with ŽKK Mega Superbet in Serbia, where she averaged 7.2 points and 5.4 rebounds. Despite her absence, the Fighting Illini will retain key players like Cearah Parchment and Lety Vasconcelos for the upcoming season.
- •Brenjo out for 2026-27 season due to ACL injury
- •Surgery scheduled for October
- •Previously played professionally in Serbia
- •Illinois retains key players from last season
- •Brenjo committed to recovery and improvement
- 3:06 PMYahoo Sports — Illinois freshman Lana Brenjo suffers torn ACL, will miss 2026-27 season
"The 6-foot-4 freshman forward is expected to undergo surgery in October.
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