Women's Basketball Announces 2026-27 Newcomers

5/21/2026 10:00:00 AM | Women's Basketball

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – North Florida Women's basketball announces its 13-player roster for the 2026-27 season, as announced by Head Coach Erika Lambert on Wednesday afternoon.

The Osprey team consists of nine returners and four newcomers, three transfers and one incoming freshman.

Jamison Cardwell, Jamisyn Stinson, Alonya Waldon, Abby Knauff, Georgi Buzzetti, Alexa Washington, Elle Blatchford, Karyzma Pierre and Dezuray McGill. McGill, who was named to the 2025-26 ASUN All-Freshman Team, highlights the returners. Washington, the longest tenure Osprey, enters next season as a redshirt junior.

Head Coach Erika Lambert will begin her fourth season at the helm. While Associate Head Coach Stacey Ungashick Lobdell and assistant coach Jayla Adams return for their second season, and assistant coaches Chris Dixon and Gadiva Hubbard return for their third season.

"First of all, I am very grateful for this solid group of returners. We have nine young women who are committed to our mission, vision and values. We were in the trenches together last year learning, growing and competing in a lot of close contests," Head Coach Erika Lambert remarked. "These players are hungry to win next season and to make sure every aspect of our program is in alignment with our goals. We have worked hard to build trust and develop the relationships that make college basketball so special. Last year we were one of the youngest, newest teams in the league and this season we will be way more veteran. You'll see that difference on the floor."

"I'm very pleased with the four new additions to our roster this Spring. Our coaching staff targeted players who have won at high levels. With our three transfers, we're adding a champion from the MAC, a champion from the #2 JUCO program in the nation and a tough competitor who was in the rotation on a team in the American. Our incoming freshman was ranked #20 in Texas. More than the numbers, our four newcomers will be a great culture fit for us and will help set championship standards for UNF Basketball."

Get to Know the 2026-27 Osprey Newcomers

#2 – Brianna Mead | G | 5-7 | Junior | Thompson, Conn. | Temple / Long Island

Brianna Mead joins the Ospreys after spending the previous two seasons at Temple and Long Island. At Temple last season, Mead played in 31 games. She averaged 3.2 points, 1.0 rebounds and 1.0 assists. She fired-in a season-high 11 points against VCU on Dec. 13. She grabbed a season-best five rebounds at Wichita State on Jan. 6. During her time at Long Island in 2024-25, she played in 27 games averaging 8.8 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 1.6 assists in 30.5 minutes per game. She shot 37.2% from the field, 34.6% from three and 76.5% from the free-throw line. Mead posted a career-high 22 points in 51 minutes against Wagner on Feb. 6.
"Bri [Brianna Mead] is an elite addition to our backcourt. She had a breakout freshman year at LIU and then in the rotation at Temple, she competed in the highest-ranked midmajor conference in the country. As a combo guard, she brings ball handling and deep 3-point shooting on offense and high-level decision making on both ends of the floor. She also has a fiery competitiveness and commitment to her craft that we love," Head Coach Erika Lambert said.

#5 – Mya Mayberry | G | 5-7 | Junior | Wichita, Kan. | Butler CC

Mya Mayberry joins the Ospreys after spending the previous two seasons at Butler Community College. Last season, Mayberry played in 34 games averaging 10.9 points, 4.4 rebounds and 3.0 assists per game on 39.6 percent from the floor, 37.2 percent from three and 78.0 percent from the free throw line in 30.1 minutes per game. Mayberry notched 19 games in double figures highlighted by 36 points at Hutchinson on Jan. 26. In 2024-25, She played in 29 games averaging 7.9 points, 4.3 rebounds, 3.6 assists on 33.5 percent from the floor, 31.5 percent from three and 73.9 percent from the charity stripe in 26.0 minutes per game.

"I'm thrilled to add an All-American to our roster in Mya [Mayberry]. Our coaching staff watched her practice last Fall and followed her success at BUCO all season. We love the combination Mya brings with both her 3-point shooting and passing ability. At the point guard spot, she can be a primary scoring option but she's always reading the defense and finding ways to get her teammates great looks."

#9 – Belle Ratliff | F | 6-2 | Freshman | Roanoke, Texas | Byron Nelson HS

Belle Ratliff joins the Ospreys after spending her high school years at Byron Nelson HS. Throughout her high school career, Ratliff has averaged 15.0 points, 9.2 rebounds and 1.7 blocks per game. During her senior season, she averaged 18.4 points, 9.6 rebounds, 2.4 blocks and 2.2 assists. Set a school record with a 36-point performance. Ratliff registered nine-consecutive games with double-doubles highlighted by her first career triple double with 28 points, 13 rebounds and 10 blocks against Keller HS on Dec. 16. She was named a McDonald's All-American Nominee and first team All-District and Academic All-District.

"My relationship with Belle [Ratliff] began when I was a recruiting coordinator in Texas, before I came to UNF. Through her high school years, she has worked very hard to become one of the top prospects in one of the most talented basketball states in the country. Belle adds valuable versatility to our forward spot, with the ability to face up, play back-to-basket and guard multiple positions. She is a high character young lady, an amazing teammate, and a skilled ball player."

#12 – Brooke Winchester | F | 6-0 | Sophomore | Warsaw, Ind. | Ball State

Brooke Winchester joins the Ospreys after spending last season at Ball State. At Ball State, Winchester played in 14 games averaging 2.1 points and 2.1 rebounds on 58.8 percent from the floor, 33.3 percent from three and 72.7 percent from the charity stripe in 6.5 minutes per game.

"To build a winning program, we need winning players. Brooke [Winchester] is one of those. As a high school player in Indiana, she was a double-double machine while leading her team to contend for state titles. She brings valuable experience from her freshman year at Ball State, where she was part of a team that won a MAC title. I love the old-school work ethic of this Hoosier. She's a run-through-a-wall for her coaches and teammates type of kid."