Gainesville, FL

Evana Rivera is joining the team as a small forward from Kissimmee, FL, and a graduate of Gateway High School. Rivera, standing at 5'9, played for Florida Girls Basketball (FGB). She intends to major in criminology, stating that she joined the Saints because "It was the best fit for me when it comes to coaching style. Coach D-Lo is a great coach, and I believe he can help get where I need to be."

Rivera brings plenty of experience and accomplishments as a 3-time District and Regional champion and a 2-time All-County First Team selection in the Orange Belt Conference. Statistically, Rivera has impressed by posting 1,000 career rebounds. Off the court, she enjoys multi-sport athletics, as well as cooking and doing hair.

Deslynn Nickell is a 5'6 freshman guard from Wesley Chapel, Florida. Nickell is majoring in Nursing and played travel basketball with Hoopnightmare. When asked why she chose Santa Fe College Women's Basketball, Nickell said, "I chose Santa Fe because it gives me the opportunity to continue my basketball career while pursuing my nursing degree. The coaching staff is great, and I appreciate how organized, clean, and detail-oriented the program is."

Nickell's accomplishments include earning First Team All-Conference honors in 2025 and Second Team All-Conference recognition in 2024. She also holds six high school basketball records, including the school record for most points scored in a single game. Away from the court, Nickell enjoys listening to music, shopping, and spending time with friends.