LSU women's basketball adjusts roster after Kate Koval's departure
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 4:56 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
LSU women's basketball is navigating roster changes following Kate Koval's departure for personal reasons. Head coach Kim Mulkey is focused on rebuilding the frontcourt after the loss of Koval and Amiya Joyner, who transferred to Louisville. Forwards Grace Knox, Noa Morro, and Anna Minaeva are among the players vying for increased roles. Morro comes from a professional background in EuroLeague, while Minaeva is a young prospect signed earlier this month. LSU seeks to enhance inside strength as they prepare for a competitive SEC season.
- •Kate Koval left the team for personal reasons.
- •Amiya Joyner transferred to Louisville for her fifth season.
- •Grace Knox and Noa Morro are key forwards vying for roles.
- •Anna Minaeva is a new addition from Russia.
- •The season will challenge LSU's inside presence.
- 4:56 PMYahoo Sports — Projecting LSU women's basketball forward depth without Kate Koval
"Here's where LSU women's basketball's front court stands after Kate Koval left the team for personal reasons.
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