The Connecticut Sun shook up its roster on Thursday, waiving second-year player Hailey Van Lith after just nine games. The roster move marks the second time a WNBA team has cut the young guard this month.
Connecticut originally claimed Van Lith off waivers earlier this month. Her arrival followed a sudden split with the Chicago Sky — the team that selected her 11th overall in the 2025 WNBA Draft.
During her brief stint with the Sun, Van Lith provided efficient minutes off the bench.
She averaged 8.1 points and 2.2 assists per game while shooting 49.2% from the field and connecting on 47.1% of her long-range attempts. Despite her production, however, the rebuilding Sun struggled to a 1-8 record this season.
Connecticut Sun Waives Hailey Van Lith, Activates Leïla Lacan
Van Lith entered the league coming off successful college stint and national team showing. The former college star earned Big 12 Player of the Year honors at TCU after winning 3×3 bronze at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Though her time in Connecticut was cut short, team insiders report that Van Lith remains grateful for the opportunity and clear front office communication.
The 5-foot-9 guard will now look for a fresh start elsewhere as the 2026 WNBA season rolls forward.
To fill Van Lith's spot on the active roster, Connecticut moved to activate French guard Leïla Lacan.
Lacan returns to Uncasville following a championship run and Finals MVP performance with France's Basket Landes. She will likely make her season debut this Saturday against the LA Sparks.
