Hailey Van Lith anticipates potential TCU-Louisville matchup

Hailey Van Lith, a player for Texas Christian University (TCU), recently shared her thoughts about possibly facing her former team, the Louisville Cardinals, in the NCAA Tournament. In an interview with ESPN, she expressed excitement about playing a first-round game at home. Van Lith emphasized that no matter who the opponent is, she will bring the same energy and passion to the game. TCU has had a strong season, holding a record of 31 wins and 3 losses. They won both the Big 12 regular season and conference tournament titles, which earned them a 2-seed in the NCAA Tournament. If both TCU and Louisville win their opening games, Van Lith may have the chance to compete against her former team. Van Lith played her first three college seasons at Louisville, where she achieved significant success, including two Elite Eight appearances and one Final Four. In the second round, TCU could also face another of Van Lith's former teams, the LSU Tigers, if they advance. Reflecting on her journey, Van Lith mentioned feeling blessed and how this season has allowed her to be her true self.