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

The record-setting guard delivered a 26-point performance to lead TCU past Notre Dame, cementing her place as the first player to reach the Elite Eight with three different schools.

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Sedona Prince originally signed with Texas but transferred to Oregon and is now at TCU.

Overview

  • Hailey Van Lith scored 26 points, including 12 in the fourth quarter, to secure TCU's 71-62 victory over Notre Dame in the Sweet 16.
  • This marks TCU's first-ever Elite Eight appearance in the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament, a historic milestone for the program.
  • Van Lith set TCU's single-season scoring record with 663 points and is the first player in NCAA history to reach the Elite Eight with three different schools: Louisville, LSU, and TCU.
  • The Horned Frogs, boasting a 34-3 record, will face top-seeded Texas on March 31, aiming for their first Final Four berth.
  • Van Lith, who has openly discussed her mental health journey and resilience, credits her faith and team support for her success this season.