WASHINGTON STATE ANNOUNCED the signing of Eleonora Villa to the women's basketball program on Friday, the fifth known newcomer to the 2023-24 roster. Villa is a 5-8 guard from Lissone, Italy, about 30 minutes north of Milan and in WSU's release, Kamie Ethridge issued a glowing review of what Villa brings to the table.

"I am thrilled about signing Eleonora Villa," said Ethridge. "She is an extraordinary basketball talent and guard who possesses exceptional game instincts and skills. Ele is a combo guard who will fit seamlessly into our Coug system and style of play. "She is a high-energy, high-IQ player who competes with an unrelenting motor. She is a tremendous floor leader."