In an unexpected twist, Zyanna Walker, the Wichita Heights product who recently entered the transfer portal, has made the decision to return to the Kansas State women’s basketball team. After announcing her plans to move on from the Wildcats just a week ago, Walker has had a change of heart and will rejoin the team for her remaining two years of eligibility.
The 5-foot-11 sophomore guard, who was a key starter this past season, averaged 8.2 points and 3.8 rebounds in her first full year as a Wildcat. She played a vital role in helping the team reach the Sweet 16 for the first time in two decades. Walker’s decision to return comes as a huge boost to head coach Jeff Mittie and the Wildcats, who are looking to build on their recent success.
Walker’s journey has been a rollercoaster, from her initial move to Louisville, then her transfer to K-State, and her recent brief foray into the transfer portal. The former Kansas Gatorade Player of the Year is now ready to finish her college career in Manhattan, and fans are eager to see what she can contribute as the team gears up for another competitive season.
With her decision to return, the Wildcats’ roster gains a talented and versatile player who has proven herself at the highest levels of college basketball. Walker’s presence on the court this season will certainly be a key factor in K-State’s pursuit of further postseason success.
For more updates on Walker’s return and what it means for the Wildcats, stay tuned!
