Hailey Van Lith, 23, was drafted 11th overall by the Chicago Sky during the 2025 WNBA Draft. She will reunite with former LSU teammate Angel Reese on the team this season. Van Lith shared a sweet moment with her boyfriend Jalen Suggs, also 23, as they embraced and kissed after her selection. The couple, rumored to have been dating since 2021, acknowledged their relationship at the event.
Van Lith's father, Corey Van Lith, a former college basketball player, and her boyfriend Jalen Suggs went viral for their celebration during the March Madness tournament. Hailey Van Lith expressed amusement at the viral clip, appreciating the world seeing their joy and passion. Despite occasional "embarrassed daughter vibes," she embraces their exuberant personalities. The couple's relationship and family dynamics have garnered attention, adding a personal touch to Van Lith's basketball journey.