Kenny Brooks, the head coach of the Kentucky Wildcats women’s basketball team, achieved a significant recruiting success today by securing a commitment from 5-star prospect Kaelyn Carroll.
Hailing from Massachusetts, Carroll is the first pledge for the Wildcats in the 2025 recruiting class, marking a significant triumph for Brooks in attracting top talent.
ESPN ranks Carroll as high as 15th in the 2025 class. She chose Kentucky over offers from programs like South Carolina, North Carolina, Ohio State, and Minnesota, among others.
Standing at 6-foot-3, Carroll is a versatile wing player known for her ability to consistently hit three-pointers.
A summer piece from the New England Basketball Journal highlighted that Carroll emulates her game after Breanna Stewart, a two-time WNBA MVP and Finals MVP for the New York Liberty.
The 6-foot-3 rising senior at Tabor can seamlessly shoot 3-pointers, drive aggressively to the basket, or maneuver around defenders for layups.
Brandon Clay from 247 Sports provided the following evaluation of Carroll:
Carroll’s impressive size and length make her a sought-after recruit nationally. Although her skill set differs, she offers the same elite size at the forward position that Chloe Kitts provided for South Carolina, the national champions. Carroll is known for her reliable shooting from deep, which allows for various offensive strategies at the college level.
This is undoubtedly a significant achievement for Kenny Brooks in his recruiting efforts. It remains to be seen how many freshmen will join the class, as Brooks is also likely to engage with the transfer portal.
Carroll has the potential to become an important asset for the team in Lexington.
