Chicago Sky Strengthen Roster with Key Draft Picks in WNBA
The Chicago Sky drafted Hailey Van Lith and Ajsa Sivka in hopes of boosting their competitiveness in the WNBA.
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The Chicago Sky bolstered their lineup by selecting Hailey Van Lith and Ajsa Sivka in the first round of the 2025 WNBA Draft. Van Lith, a former LSU standout, reunites with Angel Reese and brings significant collegiate success, including a Big 12 Player of the Year title. The Sky aims to improve their competitiveness with these additions and address their roster needs ahead of the upcoming season.
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The Chicago Sky selected Ajša Sivka with the 10th overall pick and Hailey Van Lith with the 11th overall pick. Ajša Sivka is a Slovenian forward with international experience, and Hailey Van Lith is a U.S. guard who has played at multiple colleges, including LSU and TCU.
Hailey Van Lith is a Big 12 Player of the Year, AP All-American, and holds the NCAA record for most games played. Her teams never finished worse than the Elite Eight during her collegiate career.
These picks strengthen the Sky's lineup with versatile players who can contribute both offensively and defensively. They also add depth with the return of players like Kamilla Cardoso and Angel Reese, and new signings like Courtney Vandersloot.
Hailey Van Lith can learn from veteran point guard Courtney Vandersloot while also bringing a competitive edge to the team. Her reunion with Angel Reese could enhance team synergy.
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