Mizzou softball adds Jana Want from MTSU to transfer class
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 10:36 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Jana Want, a shortstop from Middle Tennessee State, joins Mizzou softball with two years of eligibility remaining. During her time at MTSU, she played in 104 games, posting a.325 batting average with 15 home runs and 64 RBI. Want was named the Conference USA Freshman of the Year and earned All-Conference honors in her sophomore season. She aims to provide offensive support for the Tigers, who struggled last season at critical moments. Coach Larissa Anderson's plans for Want will become clearer during fall practices, as she competes for a starting position.
- •Jana Want transfers to Mizzou from Middle Tennessee State.
- •Want batted.325 with 15 home runs in two seasons at MTSU.
- •She received Conference USA Freshman of the Year honors.
- •Mizzou's infield struggled offensively last season.
- •Fall ball will reveal Want's role on the team.
- 10:36 PMYahoo Sports — Mizzou softball adds MTSU shortstop to transfer class
"Jana Want joins the Tigers with two years of eligibility remaining
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