Aberdeen, S.D. – Northern State University head women's basketball coach Paula Krueger announced today the addition of transfers and South Dakota natives Brooke Jensen and Grace Peterson from the University of South Dakota. They will join Liz Boschee (Woonsocket, S.D.), Maddy Blaylark (Minneapolis, Minn.), Izzy Guetzlaff (Red Wing, Minn.), and Addison Neuendorf (Hayti, S.D.) as 2026-27 additions to the Wolves roster.  
 
"We are excited to welcome Grace and Brooke to our roster," noted Krueger. "Both bring outstanding length and versatility to the forward position, adding immediate impact on both ends of the floor. Grace combines a strong first step with three-point range and the toughness to finish effectively at the rim. Brooke is an excellent perimeter shooter with a reliable mid-range game, making her a consistent scoring threat."
 
"Together, their length and athleticism will be a major asset on the glass and enhance our overall rebounding presence," added Krueger.

Brooke Jensen – F, 6-0, Vermillion, S.D. / Vermillion HS / South Dakota
Brooke Jensen is a 6-foot forward out of Vermillion entering her redshirt freshman season. As a prep, Jensen was a 4-year starter for Jon Brooks at Vermillion High School. She averaged over 15.0 points and 6.0 rebounds per game in her final three seasons. Jensen was a 3-time Dak 12 first team selection and 3-time all-state honoree. VHS won three straight Dak 12 Championships and the 2024 South Dakota State Championship. She is the daughter of Becky and Kyle Jensen.

Grace Peterson – F, 6-0, Sioux Falls, S.D. / Washington HS / South Dakota
Grace Peterson is a 6-foot forward out of Sioux Falls entering her sophomore campaign. As a prep, Peterson was a 3-year starter for Jamie Parish at Washington High School. She averaged 12.5 points and 6.5 rebounds per game. Peterson was a 3-time all-state, all-metro conference, and all-tournament team selection, and the 2025 AA Spirit of the Su honoree. In her final two seasons, WHS went 41-7, winning the South Dakota AA State Championship in 2023. She appeared in 17 games for the Coyotes who went 26-10 last season and reached the WNIT Fab Four. She is the daughter of Shane and Nancy Peterson.