Ivy League Players, HBCU Star Selected in 2025 WNBA Draft

Kaitlyn Chen, a guard from UConn, was unexpectedly drafted by the Golden State Valkyries as the 30th overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft while attending the event to support her teammate Paige Bueckers, who was the No. 1 pick. Chen, who transferred to UConn after three successful years at Princeton, played a key role in leading the Huskies to a national championship, averaging 6.9 points per game during her season there. Her draft selection highlights a growing trend of Ivy League players making their mark in the WNBA, as she is the fourth Ivy athlete drafted in two years. Meanwhile, Harmoni Turner from Harvard was selected by the Las Vegas Aces as the 35th pick, marking a strong showing for Ivy League graduates in this year's draft. Both players exemplify the increasing recognition and talent emerging from the Ivy League in women's basketball. Chen's journey reflects her impressive collegiate career, where she earned accolades including Ivy League Player of the Year.