Amiya Joyner announces commitment to LSU
Kim Mulkey and her LSU women's basketball staff have added East Carolina forward Amiya Joyner through the transfer portal.
Joyner an All-ACC forward announced her decision via social media.
“First, I want to thank God for giving me the ability and strength to play the sport I love. I wouldn’t be here without His guidance and blessings,” Joyner said. “Thank you to Coach Kim, you’ve been like a second mom to me. Your belief in me, your support, and your guidance have meant the world. I’m also grateful for all the other coaches who’ve helped me grow on and off the court. To my teammates, the memories we’ve made and the bond we’ve built will stay with me forever.
“After a lot of prayer and long talks with my family, l’ve decided to enter the transfer portal. This wasn’t an easy decision, but I believe it’s the right one for my future. I’m thankful for the journey and excited for what’s next.”
The 6-foot-2 forward led the Pirates in scoring this past junior season with a 15.0 points per game average and 9.2 rebounds. She Appeared in 32 games with 23 starts.
“I’m excited to welcome Amiya to Baton Rouge after an outstanding three-year career at ECU,” Coach Kim Mulkey said. “She has a versatile interior game that will stretch defenses with her ability to play with her back to the basket as well as facing up. Her knack for rebounding will undoubtably be a welcomed addition to our frontcourt.
“We can’t wait for her to get to work in the PMAC to showcase her talent in front of the best fans in the country while pursuing championships!”
She also blocked 34 shots and registered 52 assists and 36 steals
Joyner prepped at Farmville-Central in Farmville, North Carolina.
More from her ECU bio:
Led the team in scoring and rebounding with 479 points and 295 rebounds for 15.0 and 9.2 per game… Blocked 34 shots and registered 52 assists and 36 steals… Scored in double figures 23 times and over 20 on eight occasions… Registered 15 double-doubles, giving her 41 for her career… Led the team in scoring on 16 occasions… Scored a career high 32 points against Howard (11/20)… Grabbed 20 rebounds to go with 19 points against North Texas (2/22)… Grabed double-digit rebounds 17 times… Broke the program record for career 15-rebound games with 13… Became the second player in program history with multiple 20-rebound games (Rosie Thomson)… Recorded the fifth most rebounds in program history, giving her three of the top five season ever at ECU… Moved into fourth in program history with 904 career rebounds… Moved into fourth in program history with 132 career blocked shots… Became the 13th ECU player ever to record multiple 30-point games… Finished the season 26th nationally in double-doubles with 15 as well as 51st in rebounds per game and 53rd in total rebounds… Earned First Team All-Conference recognition.
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