11/13/2026 2:00:00 PM | Women's Basketball
DAYTON, OH. - Head Women's Basketball Coach Kari Hoffman announced that Wright State Women's Basketball signed Celia Neilson and Sidney Butera for National Signing Day. These two represent the 2027 recruitment class for Wright State Women's Basketball.
Celia Neilson | Georgetown, MA | Guard
Neilson earned the Globe Super Team selection in Massachusetts this past winter, after leading Bishop Fenwick High School to there first state title in a decade. She will make a post grad stop at Tilton before coming to Wright State University in 2027.
"Celia is a poised, versatile player that will add depth to our wing position. We're hopeful that her high school success will translate immediately to our level." - Hoffman said.
Sidney Butera | Strongsville, OH | Point Guard
Butera broke the Strongsville High School record in career three pointers, most three pointers in a game (9) and most points in a game (42), all in her junior season. She averaged 26.2 points, 8.2 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 3.6 steals per game this past year.
"Sidney is a tough-nosed guard that knows no fear. We are beyond excited to add her toughness and skill to our squad." - said Hoffman.
Support the Raiders
The Raider Athletic Fund is the annual fundraising campaign for Wright State Athletics. Gifts support Raider student-athletes through scholarships, equipment, team travel and operations, and donors can direct a gift to a specific program, including women's basketball. Learn more and give at the Raider Athletic Fund.
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Celia Neilson | Georgetown, MA | Guard
Neilson earned the Globe Super Team selection in Massachusetts this past winter, after leading Bishop Fenwick High School to there first state title in a decade. She will make a post grad stop at Tilton before coming to Wright State University in 2027.
"Celia is a poised, versatile player that will add depth to our wing position. We're hopeful that her high school success will translate immediately to our level." - Hoffman said.
Sidney Butera | Strongsville, OH | Point Guard
Butera broke the Strongsville High School record in career three pointers, most three pointers in a game (9) and most points in a game (42), all in her junior season. She averaged 26.2 points, 8.2 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 3.6 steals per game this past year.
"Sidney is a tough-nosed guard that knows no fear. We are beyond excited to add her toughness and skill to our squad." - said Hoffman.
Support the Raiders
The Raider Athletic Fund is the annual fundraising campaign for Wright State Athletics. Gifts support Raider student-athletes through scholarships, equipment, team travel and operations, and donors can direct a gift to a specific program, including women's basketball. Learn more and give at the Raider Athletic Fund.
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