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.

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.