LUBBOCK, Texas (NEWS RELEASE) – Graduate Jordyn Merritt announces she is medically retiring from basketball.

“Dear Lady Raider Nation – After speaking with my family, coaching staff and sports medicine staff about the ongoing medical issues I’ve been unfortunately experiencing, I have decided to medically retire from basketball. This was not an easy decision, but with respect to my long-term health and well-being, it was one that I had to make. I would like to thank God who has blessed me with my teammates, sports medicine staff and coaching staff, who have believed in me and helped me create lifelong memories. To Lady Raider Nation – Thank you for your continued support and welcoming me with open arms. These last two years have been unforgettable and I will always cherish my time as a Lady Raider. I will continue to be on the sidelines supporting my sisters on our mission in any way I can. Let’s Press On, Lady Raider Nation,” Merritt said.

The Plano, Texas native will finish her career with over 2,500 minutes played, 331 field goals made and 39.3 percent shooting, 132 steals, 95 blocks, 592 rebounds and 896 points. With the Lady Raiders over the past two seasons, Merritt has played in 44 games, starting in 31. Shooting 40.8 percent from the field, Merritt has recorded 216 rebounds, 66 assists, 49 blocks, 60 steals and 294 points with Texas Tech.

“We are obviously saddened that Jordyn will no longer be an active player on our roster, but we all know that our student-athletes’ health and well-being are first and foremost. Jordyn has been an instrumental piece of our program the last two years and we will continue to use her experience and leadership on the sidelines to aide this team on their journey. Jordyn is a special young lady and I am honored to call her a Lady Raider for life,” head coach Krista Gerlich said.

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