Lady Raiders Ink Three to 2027 Signing Class

LUBBOCK, Texas – The Texas Tech Lady Raiders announced the addition of three highly regarded recruits to their 2027-28 roster, assembling a class that features two top-30 national prospects and one of the top centers in the state of Texas.

Forward Jada Jackson, guard Jemini Mitchell and center Jasmine Travis headline the incoming class, bringing a combination of scoring, versatility and size to the Lady Raiders as the program continues to build for the future.

"This is our best signing class since the ESPN ranking system has come out," Gerlich said. "Huge additions that will continue to help elevate this program."

Jada Jackson
The Lady Raiders have added another hometown talent, as Frenship standout Jada Jackson will continue her basketball career at Texas Tech beginning in 2027-28.

Following in the footsteps of current Lady Raider and starting point guard Ambrosia "Bro Bro" Cole, Jackson becomes the second consecutive National Top 100 Lubbock-area prospect to choose Texas Tech, keeping another elite local talent in her hometown.

The 6-foot-2 forward has established herself as one of the most complete players in the Class of 2027. Ranked No. 22 nationally by ESPN, Jackson recorded a standout junior season at Frenship High School, where she averaged 17.8 points, 13.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 2.2 blocks and 2.1 steals per game. Her efforts earned her THSCA 6A Super Elite Team and TABC All-State honors, adding to an already impressive list of accolades that includes being named a two-time District MVP.

The four-star recruit helped lead Frenship to three playoff appearances, including two trips to the Region Quarterfinals. Jackson is already the program's all-time leading rebounder and has continued to build her reputation as one of the state's premier players. Throughout her high school career, Jackson has recorded several standout performances, highlighted by a 36-point outing and consecutive games of 22 rebounds and 20 points.

Her impact has extended beyond the high school level, as Jackson helped lead her club team to the EYBL Final Four. She also earned an invitation to the USA Basketball Under-18 National Team trials, where she was selected among just 20 players from across the country to compete for a spot on the final roster.

"We are thrilled to sign another local talent in Jada Jackson," said head coach Krista Gerlich. "She is a top 30 player who has such a high ceiling. She has an extremely high athletic IQ and can stretch to the perimeter and will continue to add to our defensive standard, so exciting to add another player from the 806!"

Jemini Mitchell
Mitchell joins the Lady Raiders as one of the nation's top prospects in the Class of 2027, earning a No. 18 national ranking by Rivals and No. 28 ranking by ESPN. Originally from St. George, Utah, Mitchell brings versatility and scoring ability to the Texas Tech backcourt.

The 6-foot-2 wing most recently competed at Grind Prep in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, after previously attending Cypress Springs High School near Houston. During her sophomore season at Cypress Springs, Mitchell averaged 22.1 points, 7.2 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 2.2 steals per game. She connected on 67 three-pointers while shooting 40 percent from beyond the arc.

Additionally, Mitchell has helped lead her teams to consistent postseason success, including a 30-3 record and regional appearance as a freshman (Cypress Springs), a 30-4 record and quarterfinal appearance as a sophomore (Cypress Springs) and a 34-4 record with a championship game appearance during her junior campaign.

Individually, Mitchell has racked up a multitude of honors including All-District and All-State honors, along with Offensive Player of the Year and Newcomer of the Year recognition. Mitchell holds a high-school career best with 45-points in a single game.

On the club circuit, Mitchell spent three years with CyFair Elite, helping the program capture a national championship in 2024, before competing with ProSkills on the Nike EYBL circuit, where she's averaged 16.4 points a game and 3.6 rebounds.

"Jemini Mitchell is a huge sign for us," Gerlich commented. "She is a 6-foot-2 guard who has very deep range from three. Her ability to score at all three levels as a big frame gives an opportunity to create a lot of mismatches and we are so excited to develop her into a next level player, she could be one of the best players to ever come through the Lady Raider program."

Jasmine Travis
A 6-foot-5 center, Jasmine Travis will officially join the Lady Raiders for the 2027-28 season.

Hailing from Cibolo, Texas, Travis attends Byron P. Steele High School, where she has established herself as one of the top players in the state, after helping lead the Knights to a 2025 state semifinal appearance and a 2026 district championship. Individually, she has earned UIL 6A Region IV All-Region Team honors, a Texas Girls Coaches Association (TGCA) All-Star selection and District Defensive MVP recognition.

A dominant presence in the paint, Travis has surpassed 1,000 career points while showcasing her scoring ability with a 26-point double-double in her first state semifinal appearance. Travis has also demonstrated her ability to stretch the floor, knocking down five three-pointers in a single game while competing with SA Finest 17U GUAA on the club circuit.

Ranked No. 16 in Texas by Premier Basketball, Travis brings an impressive combination of size and versatility to the Lady Raiders roster.

"Jasmine Travis is a 6-foor-5 post player that has great footwork and a high-level skill set," said Gerlich. "She has great hands and can stretch the defense with her jumper, and her physicality will help her contribute and impact our program very quickly."

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