Kayl Petersen

Class:
Junior
Height:
6-1
Hometown:
Waupun, Wis.
High School:
Waupun HS

Prior to Marquette: Played two seasons at Virginia Tech ... Appeared in 64 games, earning three starts, and averaged 3.2 points and 2.9 rebounds in 13.2 minutes per game ... Recorded six double-figure scoring performances during her time in Blacksburg, including a career-high 17-point, 11-rebound double-double in the 2025-26 season opener against Towson ... Capped her prep career in 2024 as one of the most accomplished players in Wisconsin ... A three-time WBCA Division 3 first-team all-state selection, she helped lead Waupun to a sectional final and a 24-4 overall record during her senior season ... Averaged 17.7 points, 12.1 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 2.0 steals and 2.3 blocks per game ... Was a finalist for Wisconsin Ms. Basketball ... Finished her high school career with 1,903 points, 1,116 rebounds, 324 assists and 240 blocks, helping Waupun to a 90-19 record, two state tournament appearances and the 2022 WIAA Division 3 state championship.