Dyarri Braddick, a 6‑foot‑6 freshman center from Charleston, South Carolina, was removed from the Clemson women’s basketball roster this week, ending a brief but high‑profile stint with the program.
A three‑star recruit, she chose Clemson over more than twenty scholarship offers and helped the Hurricanes capture the SCISA 4A state title in 2026, averaging 12.5 points, 7.8 rebounds and four blocks per game at First Baptist School.
The End of a Recruiting Coup
Clemson finished the 2025‑26 campaign with a 21‑12 record and earned its first NCAA tournament berth since the 2018‑19 season, a milestone that underscored the impact of her contributions.
The NCAA transfer portal for women’s basketball has been closed since April 20, leaving Braddick’s plans uncertain and pushing her toward a possible junior‑college route outside the NCAA framework.
A Roster in Transition
With her departure, the Tigers now retain six frontcourt players, a roster that was already thin after the graduation of several veterans.
Coach Shawn Poppie has yet to comment publicly on Braddick’s exit, but the coaching staff is expected to explore options in the coming weeks as they rebuild the frontcourt.
The coming season will test whether the remaining frontcourt talent can fill the void left by the Charleston native, who was the tallest player on the 2026‑27 roster before her removal.