5’10 guard, Sarah Deng, signs to the Florida Gators ahead of the 2025-26 season.
GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Florida Women’s Basketball head coach Kelly Rae Finley<https://floridagators.com/sports/womens-basketball/roster/coaches/kelly-rae-finley/1866> and her staff announced the signing of Sarah Deng, a transfer from Eastern Arizona Community College. Deng will join the Gators at the start of the 2025-26 academic year.
“Sarah has a skill that changes the game in various ways,” Finley said. “She has great footwork inside and the ability to score from the perimeter.” On and off the court, Sarah is a great person, and we’re excited to welcome her and her family to Gator Nation.”
A 5’10” guard, Deng is originally from Adelaide, Australia and has spent the past two seasons at EACC. At Eastern Arizona, Deng led her team to the JUCO National Semifinal and aided in a 30-5 record for the 2023-24 season. Deng was also selected to the All-Conference Second Team.
Coach Kelly Rae Finley<https://floridagators.com/sports/womens-basketball/roster/coaches/kelly-rae-finley/1866> comments on the signing of Deng, “We are thrilled to welcome Sarah to Gator Nation! Her passion and love for the game, combined with her team-first mentality, maturity and desire to be her best on and off the court make her the perfect addition to the Florida family. “
Deng is the second signee for the 2025 class, joining Emilija Dakic.
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