TUCSON, Ariz. – Arizona head women's basketball coach Adia Barnes has signed Jasmine "Jazzy" Gipson to the Wildcats basketball program for the 2025-26 season. Gipson announced her commitment Wednesday evening in front of friends and family.

The Albuquerque, New Mexico, native is known in the high school circuit for her versatility as a post player, her lockdown defense, and her ability to knock down shots from outside. Gipson currently ranks in the top 100 nationally according to MaxPreps for three-pointers made, with 14 through seven games this season. She has received nearly 20 Division I offers, including from the University of New Mexico, Hawaii, and Omaha, among others. 

GIPSON QUICK FACTS

• Height: 6-0
• Position: Small Forward
• High School: Duncanville HS
  • Helped lead the Duncanville Pantherettes to their 12th State Championship, the first since 2020
  • Named a key player for No. 9-ranked Duncanville on the 2024 Preseason MaxPreps Top 25 list
  • Selected to the RSportz Texas Charter School Academic & Athletic League All-Region Team for the 2023–2024 season
  • Named to the 2024 BeYOUtiful Basketball Classic All-Tournament Team

High School Stat Lines:

• 2024-25 (through seven games): 13.9 PPG, 5.7 RPG, 2.0 APG, 2.0 SPG
• 2023-24: 6.2 PPG, 2.9 RPG, 1.3 APG, 1.9 SPG

Wildcat Ties: Gipson played for the Lady Jets AAU team, led by former Arizona Wildcat Jason Terry.

Club Team: Lady Jets

Gipson on Why She Chose Arizona:
"I chose Arizona basketball because, from the first phone call, I could see EXACTLY how I would fit into the program. When I got to Tucson, I could feel the overwhelming community support, which will complement my playing style because I play with A LOT of passion. I look forward to being coached by Coach Barnes as well as using her as a mentor on and off the court."

Coach Barnes on Gipson:
"We are thrilled to welcome Jazzy to our family. Jasmine and I both believe that everything happens for a reason, and all the stars aligned when she chose us. She brings athleticism, toughness, and a dynamic shooting ability. I love her passion and, most importantly, who she is as a woman. Jazzy will make us better on and off the court! Tucson, you will love her!"