Phoenix Stotijn Signs With Indiana Women’s Basketball: “Indiana Hoosiers Is My New Home Now”
BLOOMINGTON, IN – In a moment that has electrified Hoosier Nation and sent ripples through the world of women’s college basketball, Phoenix Stotijn, the highly-touted international guard out of Amsterdam, Netherlands, has officially signed with Indiana University. Her declaration, “Indiana Hoosiers is my new home now,” marks not just a commitment, but a powerful new chapter in the storied legacy of IU women’s basketball.
At just 18, Stotijn has already carved out a reputation as a fearless competitor and tactical maestro on the court. With a game that blends European finesse with American intensity, she led the Dutch U18 national team to a bronze medal at the FIBA European Championship, averaging 17.2 points, 6.1 assists, and 3.9 rebounds per game. Her court vision is elite. Her leadership, undeniable. Her future? Now painted cream and crimson.
Head Coach Teri Moren, visibly energized during Friday’s press conference, didn’t mince words. “Phoenix is a generational talent. She brings an international pedigree, a next-level IQ, and a relentless drive that fits perfectly with our culture. We’re not just adding a player—we’re adding a leader, a competitor, and a future star.”
Stotijn’s decision came after months of deliberation and visits to powerhouse programs across the NCAA. From Stanford to UConn, offers piled in. But it was Indiana’s blend of tradition, community, and upward momentum that sealed the deal. “When I walked into Assembly Hall,” she said, “I felt it in my chest. This place breathes basketball. It felt like home before it even was.”
Indiana, currently a top-10 program and fresh off back-to-back Elite Eight appearances, is poised to make a deep tournament run with Stotijn in the backcourt. She joins a squad loaded with veteran presence, but her arrival is expected to shake up the Big Ten. Analysts predict she’ll slot in immediately as a starting guard, sharing the floor with senior star Mackenzie Holmes in what could be one of the most dynamic duos in the nation.
The buzz around campus is tangible. Social media exploded within hours of her commitment announcement, with hashtags like #HoosierPhoenix and #NewEra trending regionally. IU students have already embraced her with open arms, and the university’s global recruiting footprint just got a little brighter.
“I’m not coming here just to play,” Phoenix said, her voice steady with conviction. “I’m coming here to win. To grow. To make history.”
From the canals of Amsterdam to the hardwood of Bloomington, Phoenix Stotijn’s journey is already the stuff of legend. And as she puts on the Indiana jersey for the first time, the message is clear: a new era has begun.
