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Star Player Mallory Heyer Enters Transfer Portal Before Season Opener

10/23/2025

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Mallory Heyer of the Minnesota Golden Gophers women's basketball team entered the transfer portal days before their season opener against North Dakota on November 4, 2025.
Heyer has started all 102 games since joining the team.
She cited personal reasons for leaving and expressed gratitude for her time.
The departure opens opportunities for former Michigan transfer Taylor Woodson and UAB transfer Tracey Bershers, with potential contributions from Niamaya Holloway.

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Mallory Heyer of the Minnesota Golden Gophers women's basketball team entered the transfer portal days before their season opener against North Dakota on November 4, 2025.
Heyer has started all 102 games since joining the team.
She cited personal reasons for leaving and expressed gratitude for her time.
The departure opens opportunities for former Michigan transfer Taylor Woodson and UAB transfer Tracey Bershers, with potential contributions from Niamaya Holloway.