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BREAKING: Illinois transfer forward Erika Porter commits to Baylor

May 26, 2022
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WACO, Texas – Erika Porter a transfer forward from the University of Illinois, gave her commitment to the Nicki Collen and the Baylor women’s basketball program on Thursday.

The talented 6-foot-3 forward from West Windsor, NJ, averaged 4.2 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 0.9 blocks in 13.0 minutes per game as a Sophomore in 2021-22. She shot 52.2% from the field and 57.4% from the free throw line last year, while also averaging 1.9 fouls per game over her 23 games. Porter had a standout performance against Wisconsin in early March, registering career-highs in points (15) and minutes (34).

As a Freshman, Porter played in 17 games with averages of 2.1 points, 1.1 rebounds, and 0.5 blocks in 8.2 minutes per game. Her shooting splits that year were 52.4% from the field and 73.7% from the charity stripe with a rather limited sample size.

At Notre Dame High School (N.J.), she was a 1,000 point scorer and grabbed 792 rebounds in her career.

 

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BREAKING: Illinois transfer forward Erika Porter commits to Baylor

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MrGolfguy
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5:48p, 5/26/22
Nicki is stackin' talent on top of talent
Well I ain't no greenhorn!!
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In reply to MrGolfguy • 7:06p, 5/26/22
MrGolfguy said:
Nicki is stackin' talent on top of talent
I hope I'm not being overly optimistic but I think CNC & staff will be able to put a team on the court that can compete with most anyone. We have talent, depth, and flexibility at all levels. I really like the mix of youth and experience now since Edwards and Blackwell will only be here one year. I believe player development is a CNC strength.
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In reply to BU71 • 7:12p, 5/26/22
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In reply to BU71 • 7:14p, 5/26/22
Agreed! Welcome Erika!!
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12:29a, 5/27/22
More size!! Sign me up. Good job coach
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8:25p, 5/27/22
Welcome, Erika!! Sic'Em
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6:52a, 5/28/22
We get Erica,they get Matt.Fair trade?
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5:42p, 5/28/22
HMMMMMMM
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In reply to lookin4awin • 6:27p, 5/28/22
lookin4awin said:
HMMMMMMM
Read her story.
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10:29a, 5/30/22
So, I'm struggling with all this hype so far. She barely played for a team that finished 1-11 in Conference last year...

If this a case of a really good player being stuck in the wrong system or coach just needs to fill roster spots....

I don't see the impact/value...
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In reply to BluesBear • 10:38a, 5/30/22
BluesBear said:
So, I'm struggling with all this hype so far. She barely played for a team that finished 1-11 in Conference last year...

If this a case of a really good player being stuck in the wrong system or coach just needs to fill roster spots....

I don't see the impact/value...
Baylor WBB needed an athletic post. She is an athletic post with experience [even if it was on a bad P5 team].

Flo Thamba barely played until the NC season for Baylor MBB. But he performed a vital role on that team.

Baylor WBB needed another post defender/rebounder/screensetter/rimroller. Acquired.
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In reply to Adriacus Peratuun • 9:38p, 5/30/22
Adriacus Peratuun said:
BluesBear said:
So, I'm struggling with all this hype so far. She barely played for a team that finished 1-11 in Conference last year...

If this a case of a really good player being stuck in the wrong system or coach just needs to fill roster spots....

I don't see the impact/value...
Baylor WBB needed an athletic post. She is an athletic post with experience [even if it was on a bad P5 team].

Flo Thamba barely played until the NC season for Baylor MBB. But he performed a vital role on that team.

Baylor WBB needed another post defender/rebounder/screensetter/rimroller. Acquired.


Good analysis. This was a position of need for someone experienced and we got that.
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11:30p, 5/30/22
Ok so now that we have this transfer and the roster appears set, who is our starting center/5?
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In reply to ScottS • 8:44a, 5/31/22
I was just thinking about this yesterday and I honestly could see this starting 5:

Andrews -pg
Asberry- sg
Blackwell -3
Bickel- 4/5
Edwards- 4/5

I could be wrong, but just was going with the experience to start and a lot of rotating with the new players.
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8:32p, 5/31/22
To blues bear

NC said from the beginning that she does not just "fill slots." She sees real potential in EP.
Other than glancing at stats, have you watched film on her like NC and staff? Can't believe anyone on this forum who is a true BU fan would disrespect a player before she even puts on a BU uniform. But thanks, you just gave EP motivation to play with purpose. Beatrice M. Found little playing time at BU and then Went on to the wnba after her transfer out. Put bigs at the right time with the right team and watch out. EP don't be offended, trolls post all the time under the guise of being a fan, some do it for years. Blues is probably a UT fan who is afraid you are going to kick orange rear!
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In reply to fredbear • 9:05p, 5/31/22
fredbear said:
To blues bear

NC said from the beginning that she does not just "fill slots." She sees real potential in EP.
Other than glancing at stats, have you watched film on her like NC and staff? Can't believe anyone on this forum who is a true BU fan would disrespect a player before she even puts on a BU uniform. But thanks, you just gave EP motivation to play with purpose. Beatrice M. Found little playing time at BU and then Went on to the wnba after her transfer out. Put bigs at the right time with the right team and watch out. EP don't be offended, trolls post all the time under the guise of being a fan, some do it for years. Blues is probably a UT fan who is afraid you are going to kick orange rear!
Blues bear needs to pack up his stuff and move on to the forum where he REALLY belongs. Pretty sure this ain't it. Ah well, at least he can correctly punctuate and spell his whines and complaints, so there is that…
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In reply to BluesBear • 10:55a, 6/1/22
BluesBear said:
So, I'm struggling with all this hype so far. She barely played for a team that finished 1-11 in Conference last year...

If this a case of a really good player being stuck in the wrong system or coach just needs to fill roster spots....

I don't see the impact/value...
You have a real understanding of the game don't you - NOT
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In reply to fredbear • 12:13p, 6/1/22
fredbear said:
To blues bear

NC said from the beginning that she does not just "fill slots." She sees real potential in EP.
Other than glancing at stats, have you watched film on her like NC and staff? Can't believe anyone on this forum who is a true BU fan would disrespect a player before she even puts on a BU uniform. But thanks, you just gave EP motivation to play with purpose. Beatrice M. Found little playing time at BU and then Went on to the wnba after her transfer out. Put bigs at the right time with the right team and watch out. EP don't be offended, trolls post all the time under the guise of being a fan, some do it for years. Blues is probably a UT fan who is afraid you are going to kick orange rear!
Slow your roll and the "disrespect " talk. I simply asked the question regarding hype "this site is presenting" over a what appears by stats as an average at best player on a 7-20 Illinois basketball team. We are not talking about a transfer who started and played a pivot role on a Top Tier team...

Everyone wants to congratulate NC and I fail to see the value in this selection over grabbing a Top Tier Freshman...
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In reply to blueeyedbear • 12:17p, 6/1/22
blueeyedbear said:
BluesBear said:
So, I'm struggling with all this hype so far. She barely played for a team that finished 1-11 in Conference last year...

If this a case of a really good player being stuck in the wrong system or coach just needs to fill roster spots....

I don't see the impact/value...
You have a real understanding of the game don't you - NOT
How does your reply even relate to my initial question....Spoken like a true moron who likely never played or coach a minute of basketball. Let me know next time you are in Waco for a Game. Happy to play some 1v1...
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In reply to Lynnp550 • 12:18p, 6/1/22
Lynnp550 said:
fredbear said:
To blues bear

NC said from the beginning that she does not just "fill slots." She sees real potential in EP.
Other than glancing at stats, have you watched film on her like NC and staff? Can't believe anyone on this forum who is a true BU fan would disrespect a player before she even puts on a BU uniform. But thanks, you just gave EP motivation to play with purpose. Beatrice M. Found little playing time at BU and then Went on to the wnba after her transfer out. Put bigs at the right time with the right team and watch out. EP don't be offended, trolls post all the time under the guise of being a fan, some do it for years. Blues is probably a UT fan who is afraid you are going to kick orange rear!
Blues bear needs to pack up his stuff and move on to the forum where he REALLY belongs. Pretty sure this ain't it. Ah well, at least he can correctly punctuate and spell his whines and complaints, so there is that…
Limpy....same applies to you...Happy to meet in Waco for a 1v1 game of basketball.
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12:24p, 6/1/22
Since we're all playing 1 v 1 I got the winner of these play in games
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In reply to IowaBear • 2:24p, 6/1/22
IowaBear said:
Since we're all playing 1 v 1 I got the winner of these play in games


Hahaha… this former Lady Bear will step in when IowaBear needs a break. I've always loved hitting the court against a man with an over-inflated ego. Nothing quite like getting beat by a girl to settle any outstanding issues.
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In reply to BluesBear • 5:39p, 6/1/22
BluesBear said:
blueeyedbear said:
BluesBear said:
So, I'm struggling with all this hype so far. She barely played for a team that finished 1-11 in Conference last year...

If this a case of a really good player being stuck in the wrong system or coach just needs to fill roster spots....

I don't see the impact/value...
You have a real understanding of the game don't you - NOT
How does your reply even relate to my initial question....Spoken like a true moron who likely never played or coach a minute of basketball. Let me know next time you are in Waco for a Game. Happy to play some 1v1...
If you had seen what little video there is of her you would not have posted your morainic question. Yes she is raw but that is the kind of recruit you want. No real bad habits to speak of and a very high ceiling potential.
I do live in Waco and I have actually been on a basketball court a time or two in a uniform and I gladly accept yours and Iowa Bear's challenge to a 1 on 1 - not some BS like horse - street rules -
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5:53p, 6/1/22
Blueeyed would smoke you!
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In reply to blueeyedbear • 6:06p, 6/1/22
Where did I challenge you to a game? Learn sarcasm. I was poking fun at elderly challenging each other to 1 v 1 pick up games
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10:26p, 6/1/22
Bluesbear you simply overstepped the line when u called a new member of the Baylor family into question on your statistical whim compared to the coaching staff's true evaluation. EP surely had several good offers at 6'3" and great athletic prowess. The least you could do is welcome this young lady to the Baylor fam! Don't take your beef with the coach out on a student athlete who has yet to step on the BU court. Don't defend your boorishness and make matters for yourself worse. Giving a player the benefit of the doubt shows class. Cheap shots at student athletes never makes one look good, never.
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In reply to IowaBear • 11:21p, 6/1/22
IowaBear said:
Where did I challenge you to a game? Learn sarcasm. I was poking fun at elderly challenging each other to 1 v 1 pick up games
You said you wanted the winner - I will be the winner - So that sounds like a challenge to me.
Can I assume then your referring to yourself as elderly and poking fun at yourself ?? Ok .I will buy that as a sarcastic statement - now I understand what Baylorbear33 meant in her post.
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7:52a, 6/2/22
Notre Dame High School head coach James Martinos stated
"Erika is an excellent player with a tremendous work ethic. I have been coaching for a long time and Erika ranks with the hardest workers I have ever coached. She is also a really good person and comes from a very nice family. She is respectful and really wants to be great. She is very easy to coach and we are looking forward to watching her continue to grow and become one of the best players in the state and beyond."

- Basketball Wall Street, 2 Sept 2017
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In reply to blueeyedbear • 2:46p, 6/2/22
blueeyedbear said:
IowaBear said:
Where did I challenge you to a game? Learn sarcasm. I was poking fun at elderly challenging each other to 1 v 1 pick up games
You said you wanted the winner - I will be the winner - So that sounds like a challenge to me.
Can I assume then your referring to yourself as elderly and poking fun at yourself ?? Ok .I will buy that as a sarcastic statement - now I understand what Baylorbear33 meant in her post.
That was defintely not a shot at you blueeyedbear. I was absolutely referring to the original poster, BluesBear, who was challenging everyone that disagreed with him to a 1-on-1 match, or was it 1 v 1? Hahahahahaha.
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5:01p, 6/2/22
I was surprised by her stats because in her highlights she looks super athletic! I see loads of potential, ala Queen.
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In reply to hitmanmw • 5:08p, 6/2/22
hitmanmw said:
I was surprised by her stats because in her highlights she looks super athletic! I see loads of potential, ala Queen.
Her mom, a single parent, took 7th grader Erika to a basketball coach and asked him to teach her the game, At that point, Erika couldn't even dribble. I sure want to get to know Erika, but the one I most want to meet is her mom!
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In reply to baylorbear33 • 5:16p, 6/2/22
baylorbear33 said:
blueeyedbear said:
IowaBear said:
Where did I challenge you to a game? Learn sarcasm. I was poking fun at elderly challenging each other to 1 v 1 pick up games
You said you wanted the winner - I will be the winner - So that sounds like a challenge to me.
Can I assume then your referring to yourself as elderly and poking fun at yourself ?? Ok .I will buy that as a sarcastic statement - now I understand what Baylorbear33 meant in her post.
That was defintely not a shot at you blueeyedbear. I was absolutely referring to the original poster, BluesBear, who was challenging everyone that disagreed with him to a 1-on-1 match, or was it 1 v 1? Hahahahahaha.
Yes I was confused by your response at first but I never thought you were spit balling me !!
I am just not going to let posters/trolls take shots at our young women who have made a difficult decision to leave their team for a new opportunity with Baylor WBB and coach CNC and staff.

You and I are good and as I have said before I am so sorry what you went through - your experience with WBB should have been better !!
Haven't heard form BluesBear but his post crossed the line with me. I have posted several times previously that some of the team members do read sicem posts as well as staff members. If your a true BU WBB fan there is a way ask questions that do not degrade or putdown student athletes with uninformed derogatory comments. You can pick out posters that seem to know a lot about basketball - women's basketball - Baylor women's basketball in particular and a poster can private message them with their questions/comments.
This is by far ... for the most part the most impressive collection of athletes and "high quality people" signed by BU WBB that I have observed at BU ..... EVER ! And that statement cover quits a few years !!
Outstanding individuals as well as very good basketball players and ATHLETES with lots of potential upside !!.
I do not care about how many stars they have or do not have - I agree with CNC - DEVELOP your recruits as basketball players and good citizens. Scott seems to have some success with that formula. CNC and staff should be lauded for what they have put together. YES there is a lot of work to do still and the real proof in the pudding will come when the season starts but I can honestly say it has been a very long time since I have been this excited to support a BU WBB team !!

Sidenote: I was going to propose to BluesBear that you and I take BluesBear and Iowa on - maybe we sell some tickets and donate the $$$ to BU for WBB NIL. Maybe a tournament could be put together with multiple participating teams -















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In reply to Lynnp550 • 5:28p, 6/2/22
Lynnp550 said:
hitmanmw said:
I was surprised by her stats because in her highlights she looks super athletic! I see loads of potential, ala Queen.
Her mom, a single parent, took 7th grader Erika to a basketball coach and asked him to teach her the game, At that point, Erika couldn't even dribble. I sure want to get to know Erika, but the one I most want to meet is her mom!
It would be well worth the effort to meet her - She is a special Lady, Mother and Person !! So is Bella's Mother.

I totally agree with Hitmanmw Erika is SUPER athletic - she has a long femur so there is a chance she can still grow an inch or two...imagine the possibility *****!!

Erika could be the needle in the haystack that every coach dreams about - we have signed two others that fit that description as well. I cant wait to support and enjoy their progress in the coming years.
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5:42p, 6/2/22
Whenever we all finish beating our chests and organize this basketball game of Lady Bear fans/posters, count me in. You'll find I'm quite bad at basketball, but it still sounds like a fun time.
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7:49a, 6/8/22
Back to the player… she has three years to play two, unless she got a free year for Covid if that was the 20/21 year ( but I'm thinking not). CNC has about 5 months to decide if a redshirt year would benefit her or anyone else.
Joined BaylorFans in 1999 under username jumpinjoe. Have always been Jumpinjoe. Proud 4 Year Baylor letterman and 1968 graduate and charter member of Quartermiler U, produced school record in 400 IH.
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