Thompson adds 14 New Cowgirls to the 2026-27 Roster

After a tough season in 2025-2026 the Connors State Womens basketball team looks to revamp their roster for next season. Coach Thompson is bringing 14 new players to Connors with only Jaycee Meissinger returning from the previous team. Coach Thompson "Last year was extremely tough for me. We had a tough season on and off the court. I never truly felt like my team was able to be their best. I am excited to welcome our new athletes to Connors. We wanted to find players with winning culture and high offensive abilities. Our motto was "OUTWORK OTHERS" meaning, we wanted to find players who wanted to be the best and make it a mission to outwork their opponents.  After being in the juco for 2 seasons I believe I understand what makes team thrive at this level. I recruited really hard and found some great athletes. Beyond the basketball we wanted to find young ladies with high character values. Knowing we would have a high number of newcomers we wanted to find players who match our personalities and align with our standards."

Returning for the Cowgirls is sophomore guard Jaycee Meissinger, who started 26 games during the 2025-26 season. Meissinger earned NJCAA Region 2 Honorable Mention honors while averaging nearly 10 points per game, establishing herself as one of the team's most reliable contributors.

One of the most decorated additions to the roster is Mataya Hall, a transfer from UT Rio Grande Valley. Hall arrives with an impressive championship résumé that includes a 5A State Championship, two conference championships, two regional championships, and two area championships. A two-time First Team All-District selection, First Team All-Conference performer, and Conference MVP, Hall was also recognized as a three-time VYPE Top 100 player. She ranked fourth in Oklahoma in scoring according to MaxPreps and set Sapulpa High School's single-season assists record while leading multiple deep playoff runs and state tournament appearances. Also scoring over 1000 in her career 

Transfer guard Lean Sanchez Perez joins the Cowgirls from Coastal Bend College after leading her team in scoring as a freshman. Sanchez Perez finished her first collegiate season with 9PPG and posted a season-high 19-point performance against nationally respected South Plains College.

Region 2 transfer Mariah Watson, a transfer from Seminole State College. Watson gained valuable collegiate experience as a freshman, appearing in every game during her first season.

Rounding out our sophomore class Jaylin Finley, a 6-foot-3 post player transferring from National Park College. Finley helped lead her team to a Region 2 Division II Championship and was a four-year high school starter.

Our 2026 Signings

Brooklyn Scarborough first commit for the 2026 class. 5'11 Guard Bixby Oklahoma Standout. Long shooter who can also guard any position on the court. Her versatility is going to great for the Cowgirls. Selected as OBGCA All-State player. 3rd Team All District State Qualifier for Track 2x Academic ALL State

Danielle Okogwu5-11 Forward brings a reputation as one of the top defensive players in Texas. A 2025-26 District 21-6A Defensive Player of the Year, Okogwu earned First Team All-District honors while also being recognized as a four-time Academic All-District selection, highlighting her success both on and off the court. Danielle will be a defensive nightmare for teams next season

Lexi Tucker 5-10 Forward arrives after a standout high school career that included All-Conference honors, 3A All-State Honorable Mention, and All-Region recognition. Tucker also earned All-Tournament Team honors following an impressive postseason run. Playing mostly injured as a senior Lexi will be a player who will surprise many as she can be a mismatch and play anywhere on the floor 

Juliana Thomas 5-4 Guard brings championship pedigree to Warner after helping lead her program to two state championships while earning four varsity letters during her high school career. Also a Runner Up state trophy and OCA All Star. Smooth and crafty guard who will be great for the cowgirls

Guard Azzy Pina-Warren 5-8 Guard adds proven perimeter scoring ability after earning two Second Team 6-5A All-District selections. She also tied her school's single-game record by knocking down six three-pointers in a contest. With great size Azzy will be great addition for the cowgirls 

Danaya Hicks 5-7 enters the program with an extensive list of accolades, including Defensive Player of the Year, Defensive MVP, First Team and Second Team All-District honors, Academic All-District recognition, and Team Co-MVP honors. Danaya will bring immediate guard talent to a young and inexperience team but look for her to be a player to watch 

Johna Bumgarner 5-9 Guard Heartland Conference Player of the Year (4A) Long range shooter who can score in bunches. Look for her offense to standout for the Cowgirls 

Sara Dixon 5-10 Forward joins the Cowgirls as a state champion, highlighted by a 16-point performance in the state title game. Sara is known for showing up in big games scoring season high 28 points and 16 rebs in the regional championship 

Jaeli Atchison 5-10 Guard  is a combo guard from Tulsa with a smooth game. With history playing for Coach Jay Jaeli will be a great addition to the cowgirls this fall

Nalani Gouyd 5-8 - Tulsa Native who will be great addition to the cowgirls another state champion and athlete who embodies winning 

With a roster featuring returning all-region performers, state champions, award-winning defenders, and experienced collegiate transfers, the Cowgirls are positioned to bring experience, competitiveness, and championship expectations into the 2026-27 season.