🏀 Palm Bay Native Emma Risch Transfers to FSU Basketball
Decorated local guard joins Seminoles after time at Notre Dame, set for 2025-26 season. 🏀
Palm Bay, FL - Great news for local sports fans: Palm Bay's own Emma Risch is bringing her basketball talents back to Florida. She will join the Florida State University (FSU) Seminoles women's basketball team.
The announcement came from FSU Head Coach Brooke Wyckoff. Risch transfers from the University of Notre Dame and will be eligible to play starting in the 2025-26 season.
Local Roots, Big Stats 🌴
Risch made a significant impact during her high school career playing near Palm Bay. Her senior year stats were particularly impressive:
Points: 23.3 per game
Rebounds: 6.4 per game
Assists: 4.9 per game
Steals: 2.9 per game
These numbers highlight the all-around skill set she developed right here in our area before heading to college.
Experience at Notre Dame
Risch gained valuable experience competing in the tough Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) while at Notre Dame. She showcased her scoring ability, including a standout game where she scored 23 points.
Her time with the Fighting Irish demonstrated her potential to perform at a high level.
Joining the Seminoles
Coach Wyckoff expressed excitement about Risch's return to Florida. She praised Risch's scoring, defense, and strong work ethic.
Risch is part of a strong 2025 signing class for FSU. This class also includes Mari Gerton, Solé Williams, Pania Davis, and Jasmine Shavers, indicating FSU's focus on building a competitive team.
What's Next
Risch will spend the upcoming year integrating with the FSU team. Fans can look forward to seeing her debut in the Garnet and Gold for the 2025-26 season.
Her addition is expected to significantly boost the Seminoles' roster.
Call-to-Action:
Follow Emma Risch's journey and get updates on the FSU Women's Basketball team here: 👉 https://seminoles.com/sports/womens-basketball/
Summary:
Palm Bay native Emma Risch's transfer to FSU brings a talented local player back to Florida. Her high school success and ACC experience make her an exciting addition for the Seminoles' 2025-26 season.
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