MU Adds Transfer Kayl Petersen

MU Adds Transfer Kayl Petersen


MILWAUKEE – Marquette University ladies’s basketball head coach Cara Consuegra introduced Monday the signing of Kayl Petersen, a 6-foot-1 ahead switch from Virginia Tech, forward of the 2026–27 season.

“We’re excited to bring Kayl back to Wisconsin and into our program,” Consuegra stated. “Kayl brings versatility, toughness and leadership. She can score in multiple ways on the block, facing up, and from the perimeter, while also impacting the game as a screener and playmaker who creates opportunities for teammates. Kayl’s ability to track the ball and rebound on both ends of the floor stands out and will be a key factor in helping us ignite our transition game. She brings consistent energy and a competitive motor every time she steps on the court, and her leadership, work ethic, and team-first approach align perfectly with the culture and standards we value at Marquette.”

A local of Waupun, Petersen returns to his dwelling state after spending the previous two seasons with the Hokies. She appeared in 64 video games, incomes three begins, and averaged 3.2 factors and a couple of.9 rebounds in 13.2 minutes per sport. Petersen recorded six double-figure scoring performances throughout his time in Blacksburg, together with a career-high 17-point, 11-rebound double-double within the 2025-26 season opener towards Towson.


Petersen capped his prep profession in 2024 as one of the vital completed gamers in Wisconsin. A 3-time WBCA Division 3 first-team all-state choice, she helped lead Waupun to a sectional last and a 24-4 total document throughout her senior season. The ahead averaged 17.7 factors, 12.1 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 2.0 steals and a couple of.3 blocks per sport and was a finalist for Wisconsin Ms. Basketball.


Petersen completed his highschool profession with 1,903 factors, 1,116 rebounds, 324 assists and 240 blocks, serving to Waupun to a 90-19 document, two state event appearances and the 2022 WIAA Division 3 state championship.

Petersen may have two years of eligibility remaining.

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