DePaul women's basketball has bolstered its roster for the 2026-27 season with the addition of transfer forward Doyinsola Lijirin. The Nigerian native previously played three seasons at Wagner, where she made 84 appearances and demonstrated significant growth, particularly in her last season. Lijirin earned All-Northeast Conference honors after averaging 11.1 points and 7.5 rebounds per game, alongside making an impact defensively. Head coach Jill M. Pizzotti expressed enthusiasm about Lijirin’s ability to contribute on both ends of the court, particularly in the paint.

By the Numbers
  • Lijirin scored a total of 545 points and grabbed 408 rebounds during her career at Wagner.
  • She averaged 11.1 points and 7.5 rebounds per game in the 2025-26 season.
State of Play
  • Lijirin will join fellow transfers Louis Volker (George Mason) and Zoey Ward (Iona) on DePaul's roster.
  • The Blue Demons are looking to strengthen their front court for the upcoming season.
What's Next

As the 2026-27 season approaches, DePaul will continue to shape its roster, focusing on acquiring players that can enhance performance in the BIG EAST Conference.

Bottom Line

Lijirin's addition represents a significant investment in talent and depth for DePaul, aiming to enhance both scoring capabilities and defensive strength as they prepare for a competitive season ahead.