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By Adam, Senior Writer – April 15, 2025
As the confetti settles on what was an exciting 2025 WNBA Draft night, headlines are dominated by breakout stars, surprise picks, and franchise-altering moves. Yet, for all the celebration, one name’s absence continues to reverberate through league circles: Sedona Prince.
The 6-foot-7 center from TCU, once projected as a potential first-round pick, went undrafted Monday night. A shocking outcome for a player whose size, production, and name recognition once made her one of the most talked-about prospects in the class.
But this snub was not about talent alone.
A Towering Prospect with a Tumultuous Path
Prince’s college journey spanned multiple programs—Texas, Oregon, and finally TCU—each stop marked by both promise and adversity. On the court, she offered a rare blend of size, shot-blocking, and post presence. Off the court, she became a household name for her outspoken criticism of NCAA inequities, using her platform to spark real change.
Yet in the months leading up to the draft, that platform began to collapse beneath her.
Multiple former partners came forward accusing Prince of sexual and physical abuse—allegations that were never brought to trial, but which sparked widespread controversy and forced WNBA front offices to confront an uncomfortable question: how much off-court baggage is too much?
Teams Walk a Tightrope
While the WNBA has no formal “character clause,” the league has long positioned itself as a beacon of social justice, advocacy, and integrity. In private conversations, team executives described Prince as a “high-risk prospect” with too many red flags to justify a selection—even in the late rounds.
“We did our homework. The concerns were too great,” said one executive under condition of anonymity. “Talent matters, but character is part of the equation. Especially in this league.”
Add to that her age—Prince turns 25 in May—and a documented history of injuries, and the case for passing on her becomes clearer. At a time when teams are investing in younger, more versatile players, a physically worn, controversial center didn't fit the modern mold.
Media Projections Miss the Mark
Leading up to draft night, many mock drafts still had Prince landing in the top 24. Yahoo Sports predicted she would go 12th overall—the final pick of the first round. Others slotted her in the mid-to-late second round.
Those projections, however, failed to account for what teams were hearing—and fearing—behind closed doors.
By the time the third round rolled around, her name had all but vanished from conversations in the war rooms. It became clear: no one was willing to take the risk.
What Happens Now?
Going undrafted isn’t necessarily a death sentence in the WNBA, a league where undrafted players have gone on to thrive. But in Prince’s case, sources suggest teams are unlikely to offer even a training camp invitation—at least for now.
Her future may lie overseas, where markets are often less reactive to controversy and more focused on production. European or Australian leagues could offer a path forward—both for her basketball career and her image.
Still, rebuilding trust won’t be easy. The allegations, even without formal charges, have left a mark. Prince has not publicly addressed the accusations in detail, and without a clear resolution, teams are wary of the backlash her signing could provoke.
A Talent Lost—or a Pause Before Redemption?
For some, Prince’s undrafted status feels like a cautionary tale. For others, it’s a just consequence. Either way, it leaves a noticeable void in the class of 2025—a player once seen as a game-changing interior force, now sidelined by issues that extend far beyond basketball.
As the league looks to the future, Sedona Prince is left facing hard questions—and a long road back to the court she once dominated.