Sara Puckett has made a name for herself as a guard for the Tennessee Lady Volunteers. Her impressive journey from Muscle Shoals, Alabama, to college basketball stardom is supported by her dedicated family. Here’s everything you need to know about Sara Puckett’s ahead of next week’s WNBA Draft in New York City.
Who Are Sara Puckett’s Parents: Joey and Christy?
Sara Puckett grew up in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, a small town with a close-knit community. Her parents, Joey and Christy Puckett, raised her alongside two siblings and a family dog named Duke.
We get frequent glimpses of the Pucketts’ lives through their modest Instagram family account: @puckjoey. Even though the account has just over 200 followers, the updates feel very warm and personal.
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Joey Puckett, originally from nearby Sheffield, Alabama, has been a constant presence in Sara’s life. He has supported her through countless games and academic milestones.
Sara herself has spoken about his influence during an interview with 10News. Joey’s commitment is evident in Sara’s impressive discipline; she balanced basketball and volleyball and was a member of the National Honor Society in high school.
Christy Puckett, Sara’s mother, also has an athletic background. She played college basketball at North Alabama for a season. Her experience during her time helped Sara by giving her wisdom during her early days. Christy’s influence contributed to Sara developing into a 4.5-star recruit, ranked No. 28 overall by Prospects Nation.
Sara’s high school years at Muscle Shoals High laid a strong foundation. She excelled on the court, earning accolades as the No. 8 forward in her class. Her versatility also shone through in volleyball. By the time she committed to Tennessee, the encouragement from her parents had already shaped her strong work ethic.
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At the University of Tennessee, Sara debuted in 2021 against Southern Illinois, scoring five points. Her junior year marked a breakout season, with career-high averages of 9.9 points and 4.9 rebounds per game.
She earned SEC Academic Honor Roll and CSC Academic All-District honors that season, reflecting her ability to balance sports and academics—values likely instilled by Joey and Christy.
Now gearing up for next week’s WNBA Draft, she totaled 876 points and 483 rebounds, with a career free-throw percentage of 83.1%, ranking 11th in Tennessee’s program history. Her consistency is evident, whether she scores 17 points against Tulsa or grabs nine rebounds at Arkansas.
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