Perth forward Mia Jacobs transfers to Oregon Ducks

• Oregon lands Aussie standout Mia Jacobs from Fresno State.
• Jacobs averaged 18.3 points, 10 boards, two steals in 2024–25.
• Drawn by Oregon’s culture, Jacobs boosts Big Ten readiness.

The Oregon Ducks women's basketball program continues to strengthen its roster for the 2025-26 season with the addition of Australian forward Mia Jacobs, who has committed from Fresno State via the transfor portal.

The Perth native brings an impressive offensive arsenal and rebounding ability to Eugene, Oregon, after a stellar junior season.

A Breakout Season at Fresno State

Jacobs, who was one of the best Australian players heading into the NCAA portal this off-season, is a 188cm forward, is coming off an exceptional 2024-25 campaign at Fresno State where she established herself as one of the Mountain West Conference's premier players.

The all-Mountain West selection averaged 18.3 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 2.0 steals per game while starting all 34 contests for the Bulldogs.

Jacobs shot 40.8 percent from the field, including a career-best 38 percent from three-point range and 85 percent accuracy from the free-throw line.

Perhaps most impressive was Jacobs' ability to deliver in big moments. She recorded four 30-point double-doubles during the season, including a career-high 36-point performance against San Jose State where she added 11 rebounds and four steals.

A Developing Basketball Journey

The Australian forward's path to Oregon has included several stops. Originally from Perth, Jacobs began her collegiate career at La Salle in 2022-23 before transferring to Fresno State, where she truly blossomed.

Over three collegiate seasons spanning 96 games with 81 starts, Jacobs has compiled impressive career averages of 14.1 points, 7.6 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.4 steals per contest. Her career shooting percentages – 40.3 percent from the field, 35.2 percent from three-point territory, and 82.2 percent from the charity stripe – demonstrate consistent offensive production.

While Jacobs has limited experience against future conference opponents, she has played two career games against Big Ten teams – UCLA and USC – scoring 11 points in each matchup. This experience, albeit brief, gives her some familiarity with the level of competition she'll face in Oregon's new conference.

Oregon's Transfer Success Continues

Jacobs represents the third transfer commitment for Oregon this offseason, joining former UCLA guard Avary Cain and Washington State guard Astera Tuhina. The Ducks' transfer class addresses multiple positional needs and adds experienced talent to the roster.

With Jacobs on board, Oregon now has 15 scholarship players projected for the 2025-26 season, including five forwards. This depth gives head coach Kelly Graves significant flexibility in constructing lineups and should help the Ducks remain competitive as they continue to adjust to Big Ten competition.

Culture as a Key Factor

What drew Jacobs to Oregon was not just the basketball program's on-court potential but its stability and culture. In an era where the transfer portal has transformed college basketball with unprecedented player movement, Oregon's ability to retain its roster stood out to the Australian forward.

"They had no one transfer out, and I think that says so much about the culture of a school and the foundation they have built," Jacobs said about her decision to commit to the Ducks.

This observation speaks volumes about the environment Graves and his staff have created in Eugene.

While many programs nationwide have experienced significant roster turnover through transfers, Oregon has maintained continuity, which is an impressive achievement in the modern college basketball landscape.