Best performed former Texas Christian University players in pro basketball in last week games

Best performed former Texas Christian University players in pro basketball in last week games


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Every week we bring you a list of the top former Horned Frogs players who continue their career in pro basketball.


   #1. Olivia Miles, a 5'10'' guard who recently graduated from TCU in 2026 and was recognized as a Jersey Mike's Naismith Player of the Year Semifinalist, is now showcasing her talent in the WNBA. In a recent game, she played a crucial role in the Minnesota Lynx's dominating victory over the Chicago Sky with a score of 79-58. Despite it being her rookie season, Miles put up an impressive performance, contributing 17 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists in just 32 minutes on the court. The Minnesota Lynx, with a somewhat modest 6-2 record this season, secured their fourth consecutive win, thanks in large part to Miles' exceptional skills. Her standout display against the Chicago Sky was pivotal in clinching the victory for her team, ultimately leading them to emerge as the champion. As the season progresses, it's clear that Miles is having a remarkable year individually, boasting impressive averages of 15.4 points, 5.1 rebounds, 5.9 assists, and 1.5 steals per game in the eight games she has played so far. With such strong performances, Miles is undoubtedly proving herself as a top contender in the league.

   #2. Hailey Van Lith, a 5'7'' guard who is a 24-year-old alumna of the Horned Frogs from 2025, currently plays professionally in the WNBA. Recently, she was unable to lead the Connecticut Sun (2-8) to a victory over the Portland Fire (6-4) in a Women's National Basketball Association game. Despite her best efforts, Van Lith scored 7 points in just 13 minutes of play as the Sun fell to the Fire with a score of 61-71 on the road. This defeat marked the Connecticut Sun's third consecutive loss. Van Lith showcased her skills during the game against the Portland Fire, contributing 7 points and 2 rebounds to her team's effort. However, despite her strong performance, the Sun ultimately could not secure the win. Throughout this season, Van Lith has been averaging 8.1 points, 1.1 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game over the course of nine games.

   #3. Una Jovanovic, a 5'9'' guard who graduated from TCU in 2025 after helping them become the Big 12 Regular Season Champion, currently plays professional basketball in Australia. Recently, she played a crucial role in the Illawarra Hawks' triumph over the eighth-ranked Lady Bandits, with a final score of 70-66 in the Australian NBL One North league, which is the second division of basketball in Australia. Jovanovic stood out in this game as she was crowned the MVP after an outstanding performance. She showcased her skills by scoring 22 points and providing 6 assists during the intense 40-minute match. It is worth noting that this is only her debut season in professional basketball. At present, the Illawarra Hawks, with a record of 5-6, hold the ninth position in the East group. Jovanovic's influence on the team was evident in the recent game against Albury LB, where she not only scored 22 points but also secured 3 rebounds and made 6 assists, ultimately leading her team to victory. Her exceptional abilities on the court were pivotal in securing the win, further solidifying her reputation as a champion player. Throughout the season, Jovanovic has continued to excel individually, boasting impressive statistics. She currently maintains an average of 16.5 points per game, 5.5 rebounds per game, 4.2 assists per game, and 1.4 steals per game across 11 games. Her consistent performance and valuable contributions highlight her as a standout finalist in the league.

   #4. Australian champion Agnes Emma-Nnopu, a 25-year-old guard standing at 6'2'' and an alumna of the Horned Frogs from 2025, played a pivotal role in leading her team to victory in the Australian NBL1 National Champion. She currently competes professionally in Australia and recently showcased her skills in a thrilling match where the Knox Raiders triumphed over the Ballarat Miners with a score of 91-84 in the Australian NBL One North league. Emma-Nnopu displayed her versatility on the court by scoring 10 points, grabbing 6 rebounds, and providing 2 assists during the intense 34-minute game. The Knox Raiders, holding a record of 10-4 and ranking third in the South group, secured their fifth consecutive win with her exceptional performance. Her standout contributions against the Ballarat Miners were instrumental in securing the victory for her team, further solidifying their position as the finalist. Emma-Nnopu's consistent performance throughout the season is evident in her impressive averages of 8.0 points, 8.2 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.1 steals per game across nine games this year.

   #5. New Zealand champion Tara Manumaleuga, a 24-year-old guard standing at 5'10", graduated from TCU in 2024. She played a pivotal role in helping her team secure the New Zealand Tauihi Basketball Aoteroa Regular Season Champion title that year. Currently, she is playing professionally in Australia. Recently, despite her best efforts, Manumaleuga could not lead the struggling Gold Coast Rollers (2-7) to victory against the formidable Dolphins (7-0) in the Australian NBL One North, the second division of the league. In the game, she managed to score 4 points, grab 10 rebounds, and dish out 6 assists in 27 minutes of play. The Gold Coast Rollers, placed 12th in the league standings, suffered their sixth consecutive loss, falling 78-87 to the high-flying Dolphins in Cairns. Despite Manumaleuga's commendable performance, her team was unable to overcome the opposition. Throughout the season, Manumaleuga has maintained solid statistics, averaging 11.2 points, 4.7 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 1.8 steals per game across nine appearances. It's worth noting that she holds dual citizenship in both America and New Zealand, allowing her to be considered a domestic player when competing in New Zealand.


Other former Texas Christian University players, who play in pro basketball:

Sedona Prince (6'7''-F-2000, played in 2023-25) plays for Panathinaikos in Greek A1
Amy Okonkwo (6'2''-F/C-1996, played in 2015-15) plays for Atlanta Dream in the WNBA
Marta Suarez (6'3''-F-2002, played in 2025-26) plays for Phoenix Mercury in the WNBA
Anneli Maley (6'1''-F-1998, played in 2018-19) plays for New York Liberty in the WNBA
Lauren Heard (5'9''-G-1999, played in 2017-22) plays for Kotka Peli-Karhut in Finnish Korisliiga
Yummy Morris (6'2''-F-2000, played in 2018-22) plays for SIG in French LF2
Emily Fisher (5'7''-G, played in 2022-23) played for Knox Raiders in Australian NBL One few monts ago
Jaden Owens (5'7''-G, played in 2023-24) played for Casey Cavaliers in Australian NBL One last year
Lucy Ibeh (6'0''-F-2000, played in 2022-23) plays for Abejas in Mexican LNBPF
Madison Conner (5'11''-G, played in 2023-25) plays for Fuerza Regia in Mexican LNBPF

Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Texas Christian University basketball alumni.

Olivia Miles (WNBA) (Photo: @TCUWbasketb)

Hailey Van Lith (WNBA) (Photo: @officialhvl)