Utah Tech University women's basketball head coach JD Gustin and his staff announced that they have signed Nicole Willardson, Caitlynn Jordan, and Calyn Dallas to their 2023 class.
 
"One of the first things you notice about this group is their length.  Our team definitely improved defensively today, especially from a rebounding perspective, due to that length but what's exciting to me is that they all also have great perimeter skills for their position and can really shoot it.  Credit to our coaches, they did a tremendous job with this class." – Utah Tech head coach JD Gustin
 
Willardson, a 6-foot 4 forward from Richfield, Utah, Jordan, a 6-foot 2 forward from Fate, Texas, and Dallas, a 6-foot 1 guard-forward from Lubbock, Texas, have signed National Letters of Intent with the Utah Tech women's basketball program.
 
 
Nicole Willardson, 6-4, Forward, Richfield, Utah (Richfield High School)
 
Nicole Willardson comes to Utah Tech from Richfield High School where she led the Wildcats to the state championship game and a runner-up finish during the 2021-22 season.
 
She averaged 17.0 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.6 assists, and 2.8 blocks per game as a junior. Willardson was named a 1^st Team All-State selection as a junior in 2021-22 and a 2^nd Team All-State selection as a sophomore during the 2020-21 season.
 
Nicole played club basketball for Salt Lake Metro and plans to pursue a major of exercise science.
 
"Nicole's a special kid, with a special basketball story.  Her motivation for why she plays and loves the game is truly unique and heartfelt, we were immediately drawn to it.
I love her teammate skills first and foremost but also her ability to rebound, and believe she gives us a unique defensive presence.  But her ability to stretch the defense with her shooting is what sets her apart for us." - Utah Tech head coach JD Gustin
 
"I chose Utah Tech because of the family atmosphere and due to how much the coaches believe in me and my potential!" – Nicole Willardson  
 
 
Caitlynn Jordan, 6-2, Forward, Fate, Texas (Dallas Christian High School)
 
Caitlynn Jordan joins the Trailblazers from Dallas Christian High School where she led her team to a 2021-22 State Championship.
 
In route to the state championship, Jordan averaged 17.5 points, 5.9 rebounds, 1.3 assists, and 2.1 steals per game as a junior. During the 2021-22 season she was selected to the All-State Tournament team, 1^st Team All-State, 1^st Team All-District, and named the Offensive District Player of the Year.
 
Caitlynn plans to major in physical therapy and most recently played club basketball for Texas U. 
 
"We love Cailtynn's energy both on and off the court.  She is a tenacious competitor that can guard multiple positions effectively while also being able to score both at the rim and from the 3, this type of versatility at 6-2 is hard to find and we are grateful she chose Utah Tech" – Utah Tech head coach JD Gustin
 
"I chose Utah Tech because I love the people and atmosphere. It is beautiful and every person I met had a great vibe. The university itself is very nice and so are all of the facilities. The girls on the team were very welcoming when I visited and the coaches made me feel at home." – Caitlynn Jordan
 
 
Calyn Dallas, 6-1, Guard-Forward, Lubbock, Texas (Lubbock-Cooper High School)
 
Calyn Dallas comes to Utah Tech from Lubbock-Cooper High School where she helped to lead the Pirates to an overall record of 28-5 during the 2021-22 season.
 
During the 2021-22 season she was an 1^st Team All-Region selection, 1^st Team All-District selection, and was awarded as a 1^st Team All-Academic District selection. During the 2020-21 season she helped lead Lubbock-Cooper to an overall record of 28-4 and a trip to the State Semi-Finals. Calyn is also a high achiever in the classroom as she is ranked in the Top 10 of her high school class.
 
Dallas played club basketball for FAM Premier and this past summer ranked 6^th overall on the Adidas Circuit in scoring efficiency at .96 points per possession and was 2^nd overall on the circuit in three-pointers made per game at 3.2.
 
"Calyn's length at 6-1 combined with her ability to shoot from deep is rare.  She has the capability to make 3's in bunches, making her an exceptional fit for our style of play.
Calyn also loves the gym and the game and is devoted to being her best both on and off the court." – Utah Tech head coach JD Gustin
 
"I chose Utah Tech because of the fit with the system that they run, it is best suited for my playing style. The scenery is also beautiful, and the town is welcoming." – Calyn Dallas


 
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