FLORENCE, Ala. (November 17, 2025) – University of North Alabama head women's basketball coach Candi Whitaker announced the signing of four players on Monday for the early-signing period class.

The Lions added depth at the guard position with the addition of Sheridan Beal, Belize Ibanez Menguc and Jayden Scott with forward Sayler Lowe rounding out the class.

"We are thrilled to add these four to our basketball family." said Whitaker. "Each of them brings a unique skill set, versatility and a competitive fire that will immediately impact our program. I'm excited about the future and cannot wait to get to work with them. They are winners both on and off the court."

Sheridan Beal – West Bloomfield, Michigan. (West Bloomfield HS) – Guard

• 2025 Michigan All-State
• 2024 Division 1 State Champion
• Varsity Team Captain (2024-2025, 2025-2026)

Quote from Coach Whitaker:
"Sheridan is a strong guard with a college ready frame. She is a dynamic three-level scorer that can handle the ball under pressure. We love her aggressive scoring mentality and her ability to go make plays.  She will be an elite defender for us."

Belize Ibanez Menguc – Stockholm, Sweden – Guard

• Currently playing for RIG Luleå in Luleå, Sweden
• 2025 U18 Women's EuroBasket Gold Medalist with Swedish National Team
• Averaged 7.6 points, 5.3 rebounds and 2.3 assists
• 2024 Baltic Basketball Cup Most Valuable Player

Quote from Coach Whitaker:
"We loved Belize's length and versatility on the perimeter. Her high basketball IQ and decision-making ability allow her to be very effective in transition and in the open floor. Belize is an excellent passer that will fit our system very well."

 Jayden Scott – Castle, Indiana. (Castle HS)– Guard

• 2025 First Team All-Southern Indiana Athletic Conference
• 2025 Indiana All-State Honorable Mention
• 2025 Neihaus Classic Tournament Most Valuable Player

Quote from Coach Whitaker:
"Jayden brings length and athleticism to our perimeter. She can also stretch the defense with her three-point shooting ability. She impressed me this summer with her decision making, passing-ability and defensive pressure."

 Sayler Lowe – Calloway County, Kentucky (Calloway County HS) – Forward
 

• 2,000+ points and 1,000+ rebounds in high school
• Averaged 19.6 PPG, 7.4 RPG, 2.0 APG, 1.8 SPG and 1.4 BPG in 2024-25
• Five-time District Tournament Team
• Four-time Region Tournament Team
• Four-time All-Purchase Player
• Two-time Second Team All-State selection
• Junior All Star Team selection
• Currently, No. 3 all-time in career scoring at Calloway County