TCU's Hailey Van Lith Opens Up About Mental Health Journey Ahead of Sweet 16

The Big 12 Player of the Year reflects on her struggles, recovery, and faith as she prepares to lead TCU to a historic NCAA Tournament milestone.

Hailey Van Lith has publicly shared her past struggles with mental health, including suicidal thoughts and feeling trapped during her early college years.
Her decision to seek help was inspired by the 2022 death of Stanford athlete Katie Meyer, prompting her to work with a sports psychologist and engage in therapy.
Van Lith attributes her recovery and renewed outlook to her Christian faith, therapy, and personal growth, emphasizing the importance of sharing her journey to inspire others.
She has received an outpouring of support and encouragement after going public with her story, with many expressing how her openness has helped them feel understood.
As Big 12 Player of the Year, Van Lith has led TCU to its first-ever Sweet 16 appearance, marking her fifth consecutive Sweet 16 in the NCAA Tournament.