Top 2026 recruit Mimi Thiero commits to Maryland

Top 2026 recruit Mimi Thiero has committed to the Maryland Terrapins, she announced. Thiero chose Maryland over programs including Louisville, Kentucky, Michigan, Vanderbilt and Clemson.

“I’m definitely looking for education,” Thiero previously told Rivals. “I want to major in something STEM-related, so going to a school that definitely has something related to what I want to major in. I also just want a great program – somewhere I can make an impact early and somewhere that’s just a great fit.”

The 6-4 post player from Leetsdale (PA) Quaker Valley sees her versatility as one of her biggest strengths.

“I definitely pride myself on being able to guard multiple positions and also being able to handle the ball,” Thiero said. “Being my height and being able to handle the ball – I feel like that’s also something that’s really great. Just being able to play multiple positions and guarding multiple positions.”

As a junior, Thiero averaged 23.1 points, 16.7 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 3.9 steals, and 3.8 blocks per game, while shooting 48% from the field.