Nigerian center Stephanie Okechukwu, standing 7-foot-1 and recognized as the tallest player in women's college basketball history by three inches, made her debut for Texas Tech on November 6, 2026. In the Lady Raiders' victory over Charlotte, Okechukwu recorded 6 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 blocks.
Okechukwu, a native of Nigeria, joins the program after drawing attention for her unprecedented height. The game marked her first appearance in collegiate competition.
