promising UC Merced guard with early flashes of toughness
Michailla Springs is a 5-foot-10 freshman guard from Lathrop who broke into UC Merced’s lineup in the 2025-26 season, making her collegiate debut on February 12, 2026 and earning her first career start two days later, when she scored 3 points with 3 rebounds and 2 steals against No. 9 Cal Poly Pomona. Her profile points to a player with early defensive activity, poise in limited minutes, and the kind of energy coaches usually love to trust. She looks like a developmental fit for a team that values length, effort, and growth upside.
