South Dakota women's basketball coach Kayla Karius has added junior college transfer Madison Hillman to the team, granting her three years of eligibility with the Coyotes. Hillman, a 6-foot-2 forward from St. Ansgar, Iowa, previously played at North Iowa Area Community College, where she earned multiple accolades, including first team all-conference, conference's Defensive Player of the Year, and first-team all-region selection. In her freshman season, she averaged 13.6 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 2.4 blocks per game, with notable performances such as a triple-double and a career-high of 35 points and 20 rebounds against Iowa Western.

By the Numbers
  • Hillman averaged 13.6 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 2.4 blocks per game
  • She had a career-high night of 35 points and 20 rebounds against Iowa Western
  • Hillman totaled 408 points, 252 rebounds, and 73 blocks in her first collegiate season
State of Play
  • Hillman brings size, rebounding ability, and scoring versatility to the team
  • She has been welcomed to the Coyote family by Coach Karius
What's Next

Hillman plans to major in health sciences at South Dakota and will contribute to the team's future success on the court.

Bottom Line

Madison Hillman's addition to the South Dakota women's basketball team brings a promising blend of talent, athleticism, and academic commitment, setting the stage for a successful collegiate career.