(Tucson, AZ) Junior guard Bendu Yeaney left the Indiana women’s basketball program and has officially transferred to the University Arizona.
Yeaney suffered a torn Achilles during Indiana’s second-round NCAA Tournament game against the Oregon Ducks last year and appeared in only six games this past season. The Portland, Oregon native left for personal reasons.
She stated, “I have made the difficult decision to leave Indiana and pursue opportunities to continue my collegiate career closer to home.”
”The health of one of my immediate family members has heightened my desire to be closer to the West Coast. I am thankful for my three seasons in Bloomington. I would like to thank Teri Moren and staff for the opportunity to wear the Cream and Crimson for nearly three seasons. I wish the program the best and continued success in the future.”
Yeaney averaged 8.5 points per game for her career and started 69 of her first 70 career games at IU prior to coming off the bench in all six appearances this season.
“This was a difficult decision for Bendu, as I know she loves Indiana University and Hoosier Nation,” IU coach Teri Moren said. “Family always must come first and we support Bendu in her desire to be closer to her family at this time. We thank her for her contributions and impact that she has had on our program. We wish her nothing but the very best.”
This transfer comes at a perfect time as the Cats lose Dominique McBryde, Amari Carter, Tee Tee Starks and Lucia Alonso who are all seniors and have used up their eligibility.
There is also a possibility that redshirt junior guard Aari McDonald may declare for the upcoming WNBA Draft.
Portions of this article are courtesy of Indiana Hoosiers Athletics
