WINONA, Minn. - The Winona State University women's basketball program has added four student-athlete signees, as announced head women's basketball coach Ana Wurtz. 

The 2023 Warrior signing class consists of three incoming first-year students and one transfer. Vivica Bretton (Rochester, MN), Sadie Jarmolowicz (Freedom, WI), Megan Schuman (Brillion, WI), and transfer Olivia Gamoke (University of Sioux Falls) each signed National Letters of Intent with Winona State. 

Of the class as whole, Wurtz noted, "We are extremely excited to announce the signings of Viv, Sadie, Megan, and Olivia. These young ladies are high character individuals that have a strong work ethic, skill set and competitive toughness that will help them be successful in our program.  All four of them come from programs who have a long lineage of success, so they are used to and expect to win.  I know our fans and community members will enjoy watching them compete and represent WSU with class and dignity."

Vivica Bretton, Rochester Lourdes High School (Minn.), averaged 14.6 ppg, 6.4 rpg, and 2.8 steals a game her senior campaign leading her team to an impressive 24-5 record while competing in the strong Hiawatha Valley League.  Bretton finished the season garnering both All-Conference and All-State honors.
 
Wurtz on Bretton: "Viv is a winner and an outstanding competitor who has already shown signs of leadership and elite communication. At 5'10", she has a versatile skill set in her ability to score from inside and out and defend multiple positions.  In Viv, we added an exceptional energy and great teammate. We are excited about what she brings to our program on the floor as well as the impact she will have on our culture beyond the court."

Sadie Jarmolowicz is a 5'9" point guard from Freedom High School in Freedom, Wisconsin. During her senior season, Sadie averaged 14.8 points per game, 4.5 rebounds, 4.3 assists, 3.4 steals, and 1.3 blocks.  She was the NEC (conference) Player of the Year, First-Team All-State, and her team finished the season undefeated conference and regional champions. Her high school career saw two state appearances in both basketball and softball.
 
Wurtz on Jarmolowicz: "Sadie is an exceptional floor general who shines as a play-making guard who can create for herself as well as others.  She fills the stat sheet with many nights accomplishing the rare feat of a double-double.  She is a selfless teammate who does a lot of little things that lead to winning.  We can't wait to see the impact she has on our program!"

Megan Schuman, a 6'0" guard/forward, averaged 16.1 points per game, 7.1 rebounds, 1.4 assists, and 1.8 steals for Brillion High School (WI).  She is a two-time conference Player of the Year, four-time unanimous First-Team all-conference player, 2-time All-State, and her team won the league 3 times during her career.
 
Wurtz on Schuman: "Megan has a trademark smile and very sweet demeanor, but when she steps foot on the basketball floor, she is ready to compete. Megan is a versatile player at 6'0" who can handle the basketball, shoot it at a high level, and uses her elite footwork to score inside.  She has a great feel for the game and can defend multiple positions. Megan is used to winning and understands the level of commitment it takes to be successful. We can't wait to get Megan here!"

Olivia Gamoke, who just finished her second season at the University of Sioux Falls, averaged 35 minutes a game (6th in the league) as the lead playmaker for the Cougars. Gamoke started 52 games in her two-year stint with the Cougars.  She led her team in assists and averaged 10.8 ppg while connecting on 33% from long range.  She also averaged an impressive 4.2 rebounds from the guard position. Olivia has been named All-Academic NSIC and finished both years on the Dean's list with a 3.80 GPA.
 
 Wurtz on Gamoke: "We are thrilled to welcome Olivia, an Onalaska, Wis. native, back "home" after competing against her the previous two seasons at USF.  She was always a highlight on our scouting report when we faced her team.  We are excited to add one of the hardest workers in the league to our roster! She has a tremendous passion for the game, and we know we have added a great leader who loves to compete! We are excited about her versatility to play as both a shooting and point guard. She is a consistent shooter from deep, can attack the rim and has a dynamic mid-range game.  She is a poised playmaker who makes great decisions on the basketball floor. Her previous experience and familiarity with the league will make for an easy transition to Winona State."

Winona State is set to open the 2023-24 basketball season in St. Joseph, Mo. with games against Missouri Western and Southeastern Oklahoma State on Friday, Nov. 10 and Saturday, Nov. 11. 

Follow head coach Ana Wurtz on Twitter at: @AnaWurtz34 and the Winona State Women's Basketball program at @WinonaStateWBB 
 
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About Winona State University Athletics:  
 
The Winona State University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, as an integral part of the educational mission of the institution, is committed to offering opportunities to experience academic and athletic excellence for our student-athletes through two simple words: Graduate Champions.   
 
Fourteen Warrior programs compete at the NCAA Division II level within the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC).