DETROIT (5-4-26) – Detroit Mercy women's basketball Head Coach
Kiefer Haffey announced the signing of twin sister transfers Stephanie and Stacy Utomi, who come to the Titans from Mercer.
"It's a great day for the Detroit Mercy women's basketball program with the addition of Stephanie and Stacy Utomi," said Haffey. "When I think of our brand, identity, and style of play, these two are the perfect representatives. We've made it a point, as we build next season's roster, to go out and find the hardest workers, best teammates, and ultimate competitors, and we've done just that, adding them to the program."
"I'm excited that Steph and Stacy get to come home and further showcase their talents in a Titan uniform with family and friends in attendance," added Haffey. "Special days ahead for these two and our program, and we are ready to work."
Stephanie Utomi (5-11) – G
Hometown: Detroit, Mich.
Previous School: Mercer
High School: Arbor Preparatory
Why Stephanie Chose Detroit Mercy:
"Truly being back in our hometown and having the opportunity to be a part of something bigger than myself is a blessing. I am excited for this next chapter and trusting God to order my steps. Go, Titans!!"
Mercer (2025-26):
• Saw action in 30 games with eight starts.
• Averaged 6.0 ppg, 4.0 rebounds per game, shooting 46.8 percent (58-for-124) with 26 assists (0.9 assists per game), 31 steals, and 11 blocks.
• Reached double-figures in five games.
• Posted career-high 24 points on 6-for-8 shooting and 12-for-16 from the free throw line vs Erskine (12/17).
• Recorded first career double-double with 14 points and 10 rebounds vs Furman (1/22).
• Had eight points, six rebounds, and two blocks vs Detroit Mercy (12/20).
• Four-time Dean's List selection and Spirit of INT Award recipient.
Mercer (2024-25):
• Played in 19 games with one start, averaging 3.9 ppg and 3.0 rebounds in 12.8 minutes per game with nine steals, eight assists, and five blocks
• Shot 42.9 percent (24-for-56) from the field and 61.9 percent (26-for-42) from the free throw line
• Scored 10 or more points twice, including a season-high 13 points on a perfect 4-for-4 from the field at Jacksonville
• Pulled down a season-best eight rebounds against Charlotte, while also adding 10 points
• Registered season-highs in both assists (3) and steals (3) against Chattanooga in the SoCon Tournament.
High School:
• Four-year letter winner for head coach Scott Stine
• 2024 Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan (BCAM) Division III Player of the Year
• Helped Arbor Preparatory to a 2022 and 2024 state championship.
• Earned All-Conference and All-Area honors for the second-straight year.
• Averaged 12.6 points, 8.6 rebounds, 3.1 steals, 2.9 assists, and 1.2 blocks per game across final prep season
• Also named All-State as a sophomore and junior.
• Averaged 11.8 points, 7.1 rebounds, 3.3 assists, and 3.3 steals per game during junior campaign.
• Played AAU basketball for the Michigan Storm Elite organization.
• Helped the Storm to a 2023 UAA Final Four, 2022 Elite Eight, and 2021 runner-up finish.
• Graduated fourth in her 58-member senior class with a 4.16 cumulative grade point average.
• National Honor Society (NHS) President, Student Council Chairman, and Co-Head of the Teen Ministries Dance Team.
Stacy Utomi (5-11) – G
Hometown: Detroit, Mich.
Previous School: Mercer
High School: Arbor Preparatory
Why Stacy Chose Detroit Mercy:
"Honestly, in short, the coaching staff, because I wanted to be a part of something special and bigger than myself, and what better way to do that than by coming back home and doing it."
Mercer (2024-26):
• Did not see action due to injury and received a medical redshirt.
• Four-time Dean's List and two-time President's List selection.
High School:
• Four-year letter winner for head coach Scott Stine
• All-State selection as a junior campaign, averaging 11.7 ppg, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.9 steals per game while shooting 55.8 percent from the floor.
• Helped Arbor Preparatory to a 2022 and 2024 state championship.
• Raked in All-State laurels following each of her last two prep seasons.
• Played AAU basketball for the Michigan Storm Elite organization.
• Helped the Storm to a 2023 UAA Final Four, 2022 Elite Eight, and 2021 runner-up finish.
• Graduated third in her 58-member senior class with a 4.20 cumulative grade point average.
• National Honor Society (NHS) Vice-President, Student Council Chairman
