BYU Women’s Basketball Star Enters Transfer Portal
Marya Hudgins, a junior forward for BYU, has entered the transfer portal. She announced the move on Instagram hours after BYU’s season ended in the WBIT championship game.
Player statement and outlook
Hudgins expressed gratitude for her time in Provo and her faith. She said the experience at BYU meant a great deal to her and her family.
She indicated readiness to begin a new chapter. Hudgins confirmed she will continue her basketball career elsewhere.
BYU tenure and injuries
Hudgins spent two seasons with the Cougars. Each season ended early because of injury setbacks.
She appeared in just seven games during the 2024-25 season. She had been sidelined since mid-February 2026.
College career totals
| Category | BYU (2 seasons) | Career (97 games) |
|---|---|---|
| Games played | 34 | 97 |
| Points per game | 8.1 | 7.8 |
| Rebounds per game | 4.9 | 5.0 |
| Shooting (total) | 39% | — |
| Eligibility remaining | One season | |
Background and transfer details
Hudgins is a Colorado native who arrived at BYU from Santa Clara. She will be available to recruit as she weighs options in the transfer portal.
Her profile will draw attention given her size and experience. Teams seeking frontcourt depth should monitor her status.
Roster impact for BYU
The Cougars retain a young core despite the loss. More than 70 percent of last season’s scoring came from freshmen and sophomores.
Key contributors include Delaney Gibb, Olivia Hamlin and Sydney Benally. That youth movement gives BYU women’s basketball roster flexibility moving forward.
Filmogaz.com will continue to track Hudgins’ recruitment and the broader transfer portal developments. Expect further updates as teams make offers.
