April 1, 2025

TCU Women’s Basketball Shatters Expectations, Reaches Elite Eight

In a season that defied expectations and ignited a community, the TCU women's basketball team carved a legacy that will echo through the halls of Fort Worth for years to come. Once considered an underdog, the Horned Frogs launched a thrilling journey that ended in the Elite Eight, but their story is far more than just wins and losses—it's a tale of grit, unity, and unshakable spirit.

A Fairytale Comes to a Close

TCU’s storybook season reached its emotional finale in the Elite Eight, where the Horned Frogs fell to Texas 58-47. Though the scoreboard marked the end, it also signified a historic milestone: the deepest NCAA Tournament run in program history.
Under the leadership of head coach Mark Campbell, the team shattered preseason predictions—climbing from a projected fourth-place Big 12 finish to claiming both the regular-season title and the conference tournament, becoming the nation’s unexpected darlings.

Heroes of the Hardwood

Guard Hailey Van Lith electrified fans with standout performances, including a clutch 26-point showing against Notre Dame. In the Elite Eight battle with Texas, center Sedona Prince faced a deeply personal moment, confronting her former team in what would be her final collegiate game—a powerful chapter detailed by Texas Longhorns’ own release.
Rebounding from an injury-ridden 2023-24 season that once forced open tryouts, the 2025 team stood tall. Their triumphant resurgence not only captured national attention but also galvanized the Fort Worth community, sparking pride in the power of women's sports.

More Than a Season—A Legacy

When Coach Campbell reflects on the campaign, he speaks not just of games, but of a sisterhood. Through shared struggle and triumph, the Horned Frogs redefined the identity of TCU basketball, forging connections that reach far beyond the court.
Even in defeat, the Horned Frogs rewrote history books with their 33-4 season. Earning their first-ever Sweet 16 and Elite Eight appearances, the team solidified their place on the national stage and set the foundation for future greatness.