Hailey Van Lith, the former LSU guard, has officially announced her transfer to TCU, ending weeks of speculation about her next NCAA women’s basketball move. The announcement came on Friday, with Van Lith expressing optimism about her new beginning.
Angel Reese quickly offered her support following the announcement. “Proud of you,” Reese commented on X, adding, “You know what to do & you know I’m always rocking with you.” This gesture of support from Reese was warmly received by college basketball enthusiasts, who appreciated her solidarity.
The 2023-24 season proved difficult for Van Lith, who experienced a dip in performance compared to her time at Louisville.
NCAA WOMEN’S BASKETBALL NEWS & RUMORS: Hailey Van Lith, TCU, Angel Reese, LSU Updates
Previously Louisville’s top scorer, Van Lith’s scoring average dropped significantly at LSU. She scored only 11.6 points per game on 37.8 percent shooting, a stark contrast to her 19.7 points per game during her final season at Louisville.
LSU’s head coach, Kim Mulkey, shared insights into Van Lith’s decision to transfer, suggesting that Van Lith needed a change to “relax and get back to my normal position.”
NCAA WOMEN’S BASKETBALL NEWS & RUMORS: Hailey Van Lith, TCU, Angel Reese, LSU Updates
This move to TCU, where she will likely take a leading role especially in the absence of Haley Cavinder who returned to Miami, is seen as a chance for Van Lith to reclaim her form and confidence.
As Van Lith prepares to start anew at TCU, the basketball community is eager to see if this change of environment will help her return to her previous high standards.
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