Pauldo Twins Transfer to Rutgers: A New Chapter in Scarlet Knights Basketball
Mia Pauldo and Mya Pauldo, both former Lady Vols basketball players, have announced their commitment to transfer to Rutgers. Mia Pauldo, who was named to the SEC all-freshman team, averaged 10.4 points and 2.5 assists per game. Her sister, Mya Pauldo, averaged 1.8 points per game. The twins will be playing under new Rutgers coach Gary Redus II, a former LSU assistant.
The Pauldo twins are among the eight outgoing transfers from the Lady Vols team, with no returning players on the roster. Their decision to enter the transfer portal was announced on Instagram, expressing gratitude to the coaching staff, teammates, and fans for their support during their time at UT.
Mia Pauldo, a McDonald's All-American and a top-10 player, was named the New Jersey Gatorade Player of the Year in high school. The twins, who graduated from Morris Catholic Catholic High School in Paterson, New Jersey, were part of a five-person recruiting class, all of whom entered the transfer portal after the season.
In addition to the Pauldo twins, Jaida Civil, Lauren Hurst, and Deniya Prawl also transferred from the Lady Vols team. Hurst has committed to Virginia Tech, while Kaniya Boyd, Talaysia Cooper, and Alyssa Latham also found new homes at Ole Miss and Virginia Tech.
Coach Kim Caldwell has been actively rebuilding her roster, adding guards Avery Mills and Noami White, as well as forward Harper Peterson to the team. Mills transferred from Liberty, White from Northern Arizona, and Peterson from Stanford, all bringing multiple seasons of eligibility to the Rutgers team.
In conclusion, the addition of the Pauldo twins to the Rutgers roster marks a significant recruiting success for Coach Gary Redus II and the team. With their talent and experience, the twins are expected to make a strong impact on the Rutgers basketball program.