Wisconsin basketball gets commitment from California forward Vivian Grenald

MADISON – The Wisconsin women’s basketball program is building a California connection.

During the offseason, Badgers coach Robin Pingeton and her staff added transfers Addie Deal (Iowa) and Caia Rose (Chattanooga), who hail from Irvine and Whittier, respectively, and attended powerhouse Mater Dei High School in Santa Ana.

Vivian Grenald, a four-star prospect from the Los Angeles area, announced her commitment to UW’s 2027 class on Sept. 29. The 6-foot-2 forward attends JSerra Catholic High School. SportsCenter Next lists her as a four-star prospect and ranks her No. 76 in the class.

Grenald shared her news on Instagram.

Grenald joins Madison Edgewood point guard Anna Miller and Kimberly forward Ava Van Vonderen in the Badgers’ 2027 class. Those players can make their commitments official during the early signing period Nov. 11-18.

Grenald announced an offer from UW on May 18. An August Instagram post by her high school said she received 21 offers. The post said she had official visits scheduled or taken with Loyola Marymount, UNLV, Georgetown , Wake Forest, Arizona and UW.

According to the Orange County Register, Grenald averaged 19.6 points and 10.4 rebounds per game last season.

Wisconsin forward Gift Uchenna attempts a shot during the Badgers’ WBIT semifinal loss to Columbia on March 30, 2026, at Charles Koch Arena in Wichita, Kansas. It ended UW’s 2025-26 season with a 16-18 record.

Wisconsin forward Gift Uchenna attempts a shot during the Badgers’ WBIT semifinal loss to Columbia on March 30, 2026, at Charles Koch Arena in Wichita, Kansas. It ended UW’s 2025-26 season with a 16-18 record.

Wisconsin guard Ronnie Porter directs the offense.

Wisconsin forward Gift Uchenna drives toward the paint.

Wisconsin forward Destiny Howell attempts a shot over Columbia guard Mia Broom.

Wisconsin guard Kyrah Daniels looks across the court.

Wisconsin center Dorja Zoja is tightly defended by Columbia forward Eriny Erinugha.

Wisconsin coach Robin Pingeton instructs her team.

Wisconsin center Dorja Zaja looks to pass.

Wisconsin guard Laci Steele attempts a shot over Columbia guard Susie Raifu.

Wisconsin guard Lily Krahn attempts a shot.

Wisconsin guard Destiny Howell defends an inbound pass by guard/forward Perri Page.

Wisconsin center Dorja Zaja attempts a free throw.

Wisconsin guard Lily Krahn finds an opening in Columbia’s defense.

Wisconsin coach Robin Pingeton gestures from the sideline.

This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Wisconsin basketball gets commitment from California forward Vivian Grenald