2026 Recruiting: Olivia Vukosa

[RoadMaster]

 

[Charliebball]

Sorry, I don't have a scrip for this one ... trying to cut down.

I'm not thrilled that the "Big O" is even considering all of these other schools, however, since good things come to those who wait, I hope that Storrs CT is her last stop.......

 

[CL82]

Great passer out of the high post? She sounds perfect for us. Said differently, she would thrive at Connecticut, which runs an offense that's built to utilize her skills.

 

[southie]

https://www.kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-women/article311154365.html?taid=68801f134e98f900018c1365&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter

With four of her seven finalists competing in the Southeastern Conference, Vukosa also highlighted the perks of possibly playing in the SEC. However, regardless of conference, the talented big is seeking top-level competition and a winning culture. “It’s very competitive,” Vukosa said. “Very. And I like being competitive. I like winning, and I know everyone in that conference likes to win, too. So I know, wherever I go, I’ll have a winning team.”

 

[RoadMaster]

 

[From Canada]

Olivia Vukosa - Croatia - Player Profile - FIBA U20 Women's EuroBasket 2025, Division B | FIBA Basketball

All detailed statistics, points, assists and rebounds of Vukosa - Croatia from FIBA U20 Women's EuroBasket 2025, Division B

www.fiba.basketball

The European U20-Division B championship took place last week. The Big O took part, with Croatia finishing in 3rd place. Attached are the statistics for Olivia, who wears number 15, and if you scroll down the page you can click on: vs BUL, 10/08/2025 for the video of the game. She played her best game yesterday in the bronze medal match. Lena Bilic who is usually part of this team is absent, she will be lining up with UCLA next season. Petra Bozan, who wears number 4, will be part of the University of Nebraska team. In closing, I'd like to point out that Ireland also took part in this championship and finished in 7th place. Gandy was not part of this summer's team.

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[WFFL]

https://www.kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-women/article311154365.html?taid=68801f134e98f900018c1365&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter

With four of her seven finalists competing in the Southeastern Conference, Vukosa also highlighted the perks of possibly playing in the SEC. However, regardless of conference, the talented big is seeking top-level competition and a winning culture. “It’s very competitive,” Vukosa said. “Very. And I like being competitive. I like winning, and I know everyone in that conference likes to win, too. So I know, wherever I go, I’ll have a winning team.”

I think she ends up at UNC.

 

[Zarathustra]

I think she ends up at UNC.

I still like the UCONN / Croatia connection. I
also just watched the replay of the U20B Fiba game of
Croatia beating Bulgaria 82 -78 for third place in
the tournament in Hungry ( team Hungry being the winner ). As noted
in earlier posts: Olivia 35 points and 22 rebounds (with
++ passing, blocks, and 13/13 from the charity stripe.)
I did not know that Olivia had fouled out at 4:59 of the
fourth quarter (a 'soft' foul??). The Croatians need to
make their free throws to seal the deal. This tournament
had many U20 Europeans who are or will be playing in
the USA e.g. U of Nebraska, Wyoming. A 6'3 player with
Croatia, Bozan with the Cornhuskers and two
6'4" players from Iceland and another Scandinavian country
. Fiba is a great source for evaluating future NCAA women's talent.

 

[CL82]

I think she ends up at UNC.

Why?

 

[Sluconn Husky]

 

[Sluconn Husky]

 

[Hayven]

Looks like she’s on a official visit at OSU right now, based on ig

 

[The CDR-Ret]

Looks like she’s on a official visit at OSU right now, based on ig

Oregon State, Oklahoma State, Ohio State, or Olivia State (has her own University?!? 😍😍😍

 

[BobbyJ]

Looks like she’s on a official visit at OSU right now, based on ig

I don't believe she'll commit anywhere until her OVs are finished. The time to be concerned about Vukosa might be if she's not at UConn's First Night in early October.

 

[Hayven]

Looks like the Big O trimmed her list down to these five. She took an OV to OSU last week, so it will be interesting to see how the OVs line up

 

[BobbyJ]

Some comments by Vukosa here about the coaching staffs recruiting her:

 

[Charliebball]

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Looks like the Big O trimmed her list down to these five. She took an OV to OSU last week, so it will be interesting to see how the OVs line up

I could be totally wrong, but I see it coming down to UConn and Texas.......if she is convinced that Geno will be coaching when she arrives, my money is still on UConn.....

 

[Bone Dog]

I could be totally wrong, but I see it coming down to UConn and Texas.......if she is convinced that Geno will be coaching when she arrives, my money is still on UConn.....

Could he perhaps turn the tables on her and say, I’ll stay as long as you make me? If he stays through Sarah’s time — which seems likely — Olivia will have two years to make the case for him staying another two years.

 

[HuskyNan]

Kayleigh might be my new favorite player

 

[HuskyNan]

 

[Sluconn Husky]

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Looks like the Big O trimmed her list down to these five. She took an OV to OSU last week, so it will be interesting to see how the OVs line up

She visited OSU last year. This past weekend she had a home visit with LSU.

 

[Baller29]

Vukosa visited UCONN, Texas, LSU and Ohio State unofficially last fall.

 

[HuskyNan]

Vukosa visited UCONN, Texas, LSU and Ohio State unofficially last fall.

She’s been to UConn several times

2023

Recruiting: UConn hosts 2026 post Olivia Vukosa on unofficial visit

The freshman at Christ The King High School is one of the top prospects in her class.

uconnwbbweekly.substack.com

Top 2026 post player takes second visit to UConn

While the Huskies typically stay away from underclassmen, they're pushing hard for the No. 2 player in the class of 2026.

www.uconnwbbweekly.com

Third visit in 2023 alone (December, for the Ball State game)

 

[Tonyc]

LSU and Texas had a home visit over the last two weeks with Olivia.There is still a very strong relationship between Christ, the King and Uconn. I like our chances a lot.

 

[Charliebball]

Could he perhaps turn the tables on her and say, I’ll stay as long as you make me? If he stays through Sarah’s time — which seems likely — Olivia will have two years to make the case for him staying another two years.

that could work........it would be a real shame for her not to play for Geno and UConn.......