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Hailey Van Lith Leads TCU to First Elite Eight in Program History

The fifth-year senior's 26-point performance against Notre Dame also broke TCU's single-season scoring record, cementing her NCAA Tournament legacy.

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Overview

  • TCU defeated Notre Dame 71-62 in the Sweet 16, marking the program's first-ever Elite Eight appearance in women's NCAA Tournament history.
  • Hailey Van Lith scored 26 points, including 12 in the fourth quarter, and made key defensive plays to secure the win.
  • Van Lith became the first player in NCAA history to reach the Elite Eight with three different teams: Louisville, LSU, and TCU.
  • Her performance also broke TCU's single-season scoring record, previously set in 2004-05, and added to her season total of 663 points.
  • TCU will face either Texas or Tennessee in the regional final, continuing their historic 2024-25 season, which includes 33 wins and a Big 12 championship.