University of Minnesota Athletics

2026-27 Women's Basketball Roster

Block M Roster
Jersey Number 0

Tayla Thomas

  • Class:
    Junior
  • Position:
    F
  • Height:
    6-3
  • High School:
    IMG Academy
  • Hometown:
    East Orange, N.J.
  • Prev School:
    Northwestern
2026-27 JUNIOR SEASON 
• Signed with Minnesota in April 2026

2025-26 SOPHOMORE SEASON (at Northwestern)
• Started 28 of the 29 games she played in and averaged 9.7 points and lead the team in rebounds (7.2 per game) and blocks (1.2 per game)
• Shot 43.8 percent (104-of-237) from the field and scored in double figures 11 times
•  Had nine games with at least 10 rebounds
•  Recorded a team-high five double-doubles

2024-25 FRESHMAN SEASON (at Northwestern)
• Played in 20 games
• Averaged 1.4 points and 1.7 rebounds 

HIGH SCHOOL
• Three year varsity player
•  Co-captain
• Named the No. 56 recruit in the class of 2024 by ESPN HoopGurlz
• Played AAU for Essence-Nike as co-captain in 2023

PERSONAL
• Daughter of Earl and Sabratha Thomas
• Father, Earl, played basketball at Skidmore College
•  Brother, Randy, played basketball at NJCU
• Brother, Nick, played football at Boston College
Play in Focus: Amaya Battle
Thursday, April 02
Postgame Reaction: Sweet Sixteen
Saturday, March 28
Press Conference: Sweet Sixteen Preview
Thursday, March 26
Thank You Gopher Fans
Wednesday, March 25