Hailey Van Lith Rejoins Connecticut Sun On A Development Contract

The update further noted that Connecticut was not the only path open to her. While the former Chicago Sky star could have navigated more opportunities, Van Lith felt it was the right choice for her to stay in Connecticut. As per Phillipou, the WNBA star felt that the Sun would help her develop immediately and cater to her long-term goals. 

Earlier, to bring in the French star, Leila Lacan, the Sun front office made a harsh decision to waive Van Lith. However, following the announcement, ESPN reported that the 24-year-old is “grateful to the Sun for their transparency and the opportunity.”

Meanwhile, as the developmental contract would be a new start, Van Lith’s current form wasn’t very encouraging. 

How Has Hailey Van Lith been performing for the Connecticut Sun?

Before Connecticut, the 24-year-old was part of the Chicago Sky roster. Sadly, just ahead of the 2026 WNBA season, Chicago decided to part ways with the former LSU star. Next up, roped in by the Sun, Van Lith had a strong start. But that did not last long.

Slowly, as her form began to drop, the star player mustered only 4.3 points in her last four games for Connecticut. Her shooting, too, had plummeted to 33.3%, while she had converted only 25% of her three-pointers. 

Thus, getting a new opportunity, the 24-year-old will be eager to prove herself. Fans, too, will wait to see what happens next.