Golden Eagle women's basketball brings in four additions for 2026-27 roster
As Tennessee Tech women’s basketball prepares for its transition into the Southern Conference, the Golden Eagles continue to build a championship-caliber roster, adding four experienced, high-impact players to the 2026–27 team. The Golden Eagles welcome Savannah Davis, a 5-10 guard from Middle Tennessee; Karson Martin, a 5-7 guard from Quinnipiac; Morgan Sieper, a 6-0 guard from Southern Miss; and Nyjah Gibbs, a 5-11 forward from Walters State (Tenn.) Community College.
As Tennessee Tech women's basketball prepares for its transition into the Southern Conference, the Golden Eagles continue to build a championship-caliber roster, adding four experienced, high-impact players to the 2026–27 team.
The Golden Eagles welcome Savannah Davis, a 5-10 guard from Middle Tennessee; Karson Martin, a 5-7 guard from Quinnipiac; Morgan Sieper, a 6-0 guard from Southern Miss; and Nyjah Gibbs, a 5-11 forward from Walters State (Tenn.) Community College.
Davis and Gibbs will each have two seasons remaining with the Golden Eagles, while Martin and Sieper bring one final season of eligibility. This group brings proven production, versatility, and—most importantly—a competitive edge that aligns with the championship standard Tennessee Tech has built.
Davis arrives in Cookeville after two strong seasons at Middle Tennessee, bringing with her a championship pedigree from McKenzie, Tenn. She helped lead the Blue Raiders to a 17-15 record this past season, including an 11-7 mark in Conference USA and a second-round appearance in the WNIT. A two-time Miss Basketball winner out of McKenzie High School, Davis started 24 of 32 games last season, averaging 7.3 points and 3.4 rebounds per contest while shooting an impressive 85.2 percent from the free-throw line. She totaled 235 points, 109 rebounds, 34 assists, and 31 steals, highlighted by a career-high 18 points against Tennessee and a career-best 10 rebounds against UTEP.
Before her collegiate career, Davis built one of the most decorated prep resumes in Tennessee history. She earned TSSAA State Championship MVP honors in both 2022 and 2023, set the Tennessee single-game record with 17 made three-pointers against Milan, and tied McKenzie High School's single-game scoring record with 60 points in that same performance. She was also a four-time Tennessee Sports Writers Association and Tennessee Basketball Coaches Association All-State selection.
"Savannah is a winner—plain and simple. She's been coached, she understands what it takes, and she competes with an edge. She can score it in a lot of ways, but what separates her is her mindset and her ability to rise in big moments. She fits exactly who we are, and she knows what a championship standard looks like and requires."
Karson Martin brings proven production and perimeter scoring after a standout three-year career at Quinnipiac. The Woodstock, Ga., native earned All-MAAC Rookie Team honors after averaging 11.9 points per game as a freshman and continued to elevate her game each season. This past year, Martin averaged 9.9 points and 3.6 rebounds while shooting 39.3 percent from the field, 36.8 percent from beyond the arc, and 87.8 percent at the free-throw line. She also contributed 65 assists and 34 steals while helping lead the Bobcats to a 27-7 record, a 19-1 mark in MAAC play, a runner-up finish in the MAAC Championship, and a second-round appearance in the WBIT. She was named MAAC Sixth Woman of the Year last season.
Martin knocked down 39 three-pointers as a sophomore, scored a career-high 25 points against Holy Cross, and recorded 13 double-figure scoring games. At Woodstock High School, she finished her prep career with more than 1,500 points and 500 rebounds while leading the state in scoring and steals per game as a senior.
"Karson is tough, she's skilled, and she plays the right way. She can score at all three levels, she makes people around her better, and she's competitive on both sides of the ball. She's the kind of player you win with because she does the little things and brings consistency every day. She will bring confidence to the court that will be infectious to our team."
Morgan Sieper adds experience, versatility, and shooting ability after appearing in 94 games and making 57 starts at Southern Miss. A native of Tampa, Fla., she totaled 537 points, 229 rebounds, 133 assists, 27 blocks, and 68 steals during her career. As a sophomore, she averaged 8.3 points per game and knocked down 56 three-pointers, reaching double figures in scoring 10 times.
She made an immediate impact as a freshman, scoring a career-high 23 points in just her second collegiate game while hitting seven three-pointers against Akron. Sieper also brings a championship pedigree after helping lead H.B. Plant High School to a state title in 2021 before averaging 14.5 points, 8.8 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 2.7 steals per game as a senior.
"Morgan brings experience and confidence, but more than that, she brings a competitive spirit. She's a shot-maker, she stretches the floor, and she understands how to play within a team. She's going to give us great versatility and toughness on the perimeter. Along with her skill set, Morgan's work ethic and team-first attitude make her a perfect fit for our program."
Gibbs established herself as one of the most impactful interior players in the country, earning NJCAA Division I Women's Basketball Third Team All-American honors after a dominant season at Walters State Community College. The Tullahoma, Tenn., native averaged 16.5 points and 8.5 rebounds per game while shooting an efficient 52.6 percent from the field, controlling the paint on both ends. Her season included 12 double-doubles, 263 total rebounds — including an elite 155 offensive boards — and double-digit scoring in 24 of 31 games.
Her physical presence, touch around the rim, and relentless motor translated defensively as well, with 44 steals and 24 blocks. A first-team All-TCCAA selection and Region 7 Tournament MVP, Gibbs played a pivotal role in leading her team to a 28-3 record, an undefeated conference season, and an Elite Eight appearance.
"Nyjah brings a presence. She's physical, she's relentless, and she plays with a motor that doesn't stop. She rebounds at an elite level, finishes around the rim, and gives us toughness on both ends. She impacts winning every single possession, and her passion and commitment will immediately impact our locker room."
With Davis, Gibbs, Martin, and Sieper joining the program, Tennessee Tech adds championship experience, proven production, and dynamic scoring to the 2026–27 roster as the Golden Eagles continue building for the future. The group will be built on a strong foundation of seven returners who helped lead the program to its eighth straight winning season, bringing experience and culture, along with three high school signees from the November early signing period — including two Tennessee Miss Basketball honorees and a Florida Player of the Year — adding elite talent and continued momentum for the program's future.
"This class is about the standard. Every one of them has been part of winning, and they understand what it takes to compete at a high level. They bring toughness, they bring discipline, and they bring a mindset that aligns with our culture. When you combine that, with the group we have returning and the young talent we've added, it gives us a roster built to compete for championships."
