Virginia Tech’s women’s basketball program received a major boost this week as head coach Megan Duffy announced the verbal commitment of four‑star guard Dani Robinson to the Class of 2027. The pledge comes on the heels of an earlier pledge from forward Jessica Dimaro for the 2026 cohort, signaling a growing momentum for the Hokies.
A Recruiting Surge
Robinson, a 5‑foot‑10 guard from Rancho Cucamonga, California, where she stars at Ontario Christian High School, is listed at No. 36 overall in the ESPN rankings for the 2027 class and holds a four‑star rating. Her senior season was marked by a state championship, during which she averaged 16 points, 4.4 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 3.9 steals per game.
The addition of Robinson marks the second verbal pledge the Hokies have secured for the 2027 cycle, joining fellow four‑star guard Lillie Graves. Graves, also a top‑60 recruit according to ESPN, gives Duffy’s staff two of the most highly touted prospects in the upcoming class.
Virginia Tech’s recent on‑court success adds context to the recruiting coup. The team posted a 23‑10 record last season, advancing to the NCAA Tournament in Duffy’s second year as head coach, a milestone that has heightened expectations among fans and analysts alike.
Duffy and her staff now turn their attention to shaping a roster that could contend for conference titles in the near future, with Robinson’s blend of scoring, playmaking and defensive intensity poised to make an immediate impact.