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Hailey Van Lith Drafted 11th by Chicago Sky, Reunites with Angel Reese

The WNBA rookie begins her professional journey after a record-breaking college career, joining forces again with her former LSU teammate.

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Hailey Van Lith helped the TCU Horned Frogs reach the Elite Eight of the 2025 NCAA women's basketball tournament.

Overview

  • Hailey Van Lith was selected as the 11th overall pick by the Chicago Sky in the 2025 WNBA Draft, marking the start of her professional basketball career.
  • Van Lith reunites with Angel Reese, her former LSU teammate, as they aim to build on their past on-court chemistry in Chicago.
  • During her final collegiate season at TCU, Van Lith earned Big 12 Player and Newcomer of the Year honors, averaging 17.9 points, 5.4 assists, and 4.6 rebounds per game.
  • Her journey to the WNBA follows a historic college career, where she became the first player to reach the Elite Eight with three different programs.
  • Van Lith has been open about overcoming mental health struggles during her college years, crediting her resilience and faith for guiding her to this new chapter.