Kingsville - Fresh off of a historic season, the Texas A&M - Kingsville women's basketball team is ready to make more behind the strength of its newly-announced 12-woman signing class.

Made up of five incoming freshmen and seven transfer athletes, the new class rounds out a roster of 15 ahead of the 2025-26 season, announced Head Coach Michael Madrid. 
"We have a solid mixture of experience, transfers and freshmen in our recruiting class," Madrid said. "Each player brings their own unique style of play and we look forward to connecting them throughout the year. What stands out most about this group is their commitment to excellence in the classroom. They value their education and are driven to excellence on and off the floor. They have each been putting in the work this summer and we will hit the ground running once everyone arrives on campus in August."

Justine Aguilar - Flour Bluff HS - Fr.

The first signee of the class, Aguilar stayed close to home, joining the Javelinas after four stellar years with the Flour Bluff Lady Hornets. She led her squad to a 25-6 overall record her senior year, including a 14-0 finish in district play. The 6'0 forward/guard capped off her year with a selection to the Texas Girls' Coaches Association All-State Team.
"Justine is an athletic forward that can run the floor, rebound out of her area and guard multiple positions," Madrid said. "She is a versatile player that can finish around the rim and score on the perimeter. Justine is a multi-sport athlete that does everything full speed and loves to compete."

Landri Richey - Farwell HS - Fr.

The 5'10 incoming freshman boasts almost unbelievable numbers from a storied high school career. A multi-time All-State player, Richey led the Farwell Steers (2AD2) to the UIL State Championship game, falling just two points shy of a state title her senior year. Across 39 games her final season, she averaged 12.6 points, 5.5 assists, 6.8 rebounds, 2.9 steals, and 4.1 blocks per game. On five separate occasions she posted at least seven blocks in a game and twice recorded a triple double. 
"Landri is a winner," Madrid said. "She led her team to the state tournament and affected each game in many ways. Her versatility allows her to finish around the rim and shoot from the perimeter. She is long which will help us defensively as well as provide offensive opportunities."

Ava Mitchell - San Antonio Johnson HS - Fr.

The 5'7 PG/SG helped the Lady Cougars of Claudia Taylor Johnson HS (6A) to a 23-13 record and a playoff appearance. A slashing, two-way guard, Mitchell averaged 2.0 steals per game during her senior season while also adding 2.4 assists and 3.3 rebounds per contest, and was named Second Team All-District (27) for her efforts.
"Ava is an athletic guard that plays extremely hard and competes every possession," Madrid said. "Ava has the ability to get to the rim and disrupt teams with her defensive pressure and intensity. Look forward to seeing her growth over the next four years."


Renata Parga - Ronald Reagan HS - Fr.

Hailing from the same district as her now-teammate Mitchell, Parga led the Ronald Raegan High School Lady Rattlers (6A) to a 17-15 record. The 5'11 forward averaged 10.2 points, and 5.3 rebounds per game while shooting 36% from distance (3.3 3PApg) during her senior year. She recorded three double-doubles, and pulled down eight or more rebounds nine different times during her final year. She was named to the All-District Second Team (27).
"Renata is a solid forward that can step out and stretch the defense," Madrid said. "Her ability to shoot the 3 and score will add depth to our back court. She is a skilled player that will continue to grow and develop. Her best basketball is yet to be played."

Jade Perez - Clark HS - Fr.

The third soon-to-be-Javelina hailing from the 27th district of 6A in San Antonio, Perez comes to Kingsville after a strong high school career with the Clark Cougars. The 5'7 guard was named Unanimous First Team All District in her senior year and played in the San Antonio Sports girls' basketball All-Star Game, winning the weekend's Three Point Contest. 
"Jade is a fundamental guard that has the ability to play lead guard or the wing," Madrid said. "She is steady and solid. She can get to the rim and shoot the three. She has a tremendous motor and will develop over the next four years into a quality guard in our program."

Caitlyn Benally - Fort Lewis - Transfer - R-Fr.

A Chandler, AZ native, Benally joins the Javelinas after a year spent at Fort Lewis (D2 - RMAC), where she redshirted. She last played at the high school level, where she led her Seton Catholic Sentinels (4A) to a 18-9 overall record while averaging 8.0 points and 8.2 rebounds, along with 2.0 steals and 1.3 blocks per game. Along the way she recorded five double-doubles and was named to the All-Desert Sky Region Second Team.
"Caitlyn is a strong forward that can score with her back to the basket," Madrid said. "She has the ability to step away from the basket and score. She is strong and physical and will provide interior depth. She is going to grow and develop into a very good player in the years to come."

Thalia Daniels - Regis U - Transfer - So.

Daniels comes to Kingsville from Peoria, AZ after spending a year playing at Regis (D2 - RMAC), where she appeared in 13 games for the Rangers.
"Thalia is a versatile player that can shoot the three and score around the rim," Madrid said. "She has the skillset to play multiple positions. Her experience in the RMAC will provide a strong base for her growth and development. She will affect our program in many ways."

Katy Frost - Scottsdale CC - Transfer - Jr.

The 6'0 forward will join the Javelinas as a junior after playing two years for the Scottsdale CC Artichokes. She took a big step forward from her first to her second season, starting in 24 games during her sophomore season, where she averaged 8.1 points (49.7%FG), 8.0 rebounds, 1.4 blocks, and 1.1 steals per game. 
"Katy brings two years of solid junior college experience from Scottsdale Community College," Madrid said. "She brings a physical mindset to the game. She can score with her back to the basket and facing the basket. Her versatility to step out as well will stretch defenders. She will be fun to coach."

Kaylee Howell - UiW - Transfer - R-Jr.

After three years of D1 ball, Howell is coming back home (Rockport) to play in the blue and gold. Before injuries kept her sidelined for the 2024-25 season, Howell played 49 games across two seasons for the University of the Incarnate Word Cardinals (D1 - SLC).
"Kaylee is a long, athletic forward that can run the floor, finish around the rim and score facing the basket," Madrid said. Her length will allow her to defend multiple positions and provide match up opportunities. Excited to see her grow and develop over the next two seasons."

Endija Sedlina - Midland College - Transfer - Jr.

A native of Riga, Latvia, Sedlina played two years for Midland College (JUCO - Region 5), averaging 8.6 points, 3.7 rebounds, 1.5 assists. The 5'9 guard helped her team to an 18-12 overall record while shooting 35.3% from three. 

"Endi is a strong guard that can get to the rim, score in the mid-range and stretch the defense to the 3PT line," Madrid said. "Her experience at Midland College over the last two seasons against some of the best junior college programs in the country will provide immediate experience to our back court."

Evelyn Quiroz - St. Mary's - Transfer - Gr.

A veteran of the Lone Star, the 5'5 guard joins the Javelinas after spending two years each with Texas A&M - International and St. Mary's. In the 42 games that Quiroz appeared in across her two seasons with the Dustdevils, she averaged 9.1 points, 3.8 assists, and 4.4 rebounds. She scored in double figures 14 times her freshman season on her way to an LSC All-Freshman Team Selection.
"Evelyn is a strong, experienced guard that can get downhill, finish around the rim and produce at the free throw line," Madrid said. "She does a tremendous job of facilitating for her teammates and disrupting defensively. Her maturity and experience will be vital to our program."

Janea Wilson - Grossmont CC - Transfer - Jr.

Originally from San Diego, CA, Wilson joins the Javelinas after spending two years playing for the Grossmont CC Griffins (CCCAA - PCAC). She put together a stellar body of work, starting in 27 of the 29 games she appeared in during her sophomore year. Along the way, she averaged 10.8 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 2.2 steals per game. During her sophomore season she shot 45.1% from the field and topped 20 points in four games, scoring a career-high 24 points in a December 7th win over Reedley. 
"Janea will add immediate depth and experience to our forward position," Madrid said. "She is a passionate player that plays hard, runs the floor and rebounds. She can score facing up as well as put the ball on the floor. Excited about her energy level and versatility. She will grow into a solid player."

New Signees:

Justine Aguilar - Flour Bluff HS - Freshman
Ava Mitchell - San Antonio Johnson HS - Freshman
Renata Parga - Ronald Reagan HS - Freshman
Jade Perez - Clark HS - Freshman
Landri Richey - Farwell HS - Freshman

Caitlyn Benally - Fort Lewis - Transfer - R-Fr.
Thalia Daniels - Regis U - Transfer - So.
Katy Frost - Scottsdale CC - Transfer - Junior
Kaylee Howell - UiW - Transfer - R-Jr.
Endija Sedlina - Midland College - Transfer - Jr.
Evelyn Quiroz - St. Mary's - Transfer - Gr.
Janea Wilson - Grossmont CC - Transfer - Jr.