A Strategic Addition for the Huskies
Petra Toman, a 6‑foot‑2 guard from Hungary, has officially signed with the University of Washington’s women’s basketball program, marking the twelfth addition to coach Tina Langley’s 2026‑27 roster. Her arrival adds a rare combination of size, shooting range and defensive instincts to a backcourt that already features returning starters Sayvia Sellers, Avery Howell and Devin Coppinger.
The Huskies are counting on Toman’s 38.3 percent three‑point shooting and her ability to generate steals and blocks to shore up a defense that struggled in the previous season after the departure of top perimeter defender Hannah Stines. At 6‑foot‑2 she joins a group of unusually tall teammates, including Tilda Trygger at 6‑foot‑6 and Brooke Carlson at 6‑foot‑3, giving Washington a formidable frontcourt presence.
Toman’s basketball pedigree runs deep; both of her sisters, Dora at Tulsa and Reka at Missouri, have competed at the Division I level, and she was named to the U20 EuroBasket Division B All‑Star Five after averaging 11.3 points and 6.3 rebounds for the junior national team. Her experience in Hungary’s A‑Division, where she posted 8.2 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.4 steals per game, further illustrates her readiness for the NCAA stage.
Depth and Competition
Alongside Toman, the Huskies will field a crowded mix of transfers and freshmen — Amayah Garcia, Macey Huard, Kaelyn Carlson, and Nina Cain — all vying for the remaining spots in a 15‑player limit. With Sellers, Howell and McGaughy expected to start, the coaching staff anticipates a deep rotation that can sustain intensity throughout a demanding schedule.
The program’s ambitions extend beyond roster depth; analysts project the Huskies as a potential No. 4 seed or higher, with the possibility of hosting a regional for the first time since the 2016‑17 season. Center Yulia Grabovskaia remains awaiting an NCAA waiver decision, adding another layer of uncertainty to the interior.
Beyond the court, Toman’s personal story adds a human element to the team’s narrative. Her family’s basketball heritage and her recent recognition as an All‑Star Five underscore a trajectory that aligns with Washington’s goal of blending talent with character as it pursues a deep tournament run.