After taking a year off from women’s basketball, the Cavinder twins return to Miami for their final year of eligibility.
Haley Cavinder initially entered the transfer portal, committing to play at TCU next season. But after Hanna Cavinder announced she would play in Miami next season, Haley said she would also return to Coral Gables.
“Given the news yesterday that my sister was returning to play soccer at Miami and after careful consideration and consideration, I have decided to return to the University of Miami and play with Hanna for our senior and fifth year,” Haley Cavinder posted on social media. media.
“There is nothing more important than family and the bond I share with my twin sister,” she added. “Having the opportunity to play together again is something I can’t pass up. I’m really looking forward to next season and can’t wait to play at the U.”
The Cavinder twins, both guards, last played for the Hurricanes during the 2022-2023 season. Haley averaged 12.2 points, 4.9 rebounds and 2.5 assists per game while shooting 40 percent on three-pointers. Hanna collected 3.8 points per game with 1.3 rebounds and 1.6 assists.
During their lone season in Miami, the Hurricanes advanced to the Elite Eight of the NCAA women’s tournament, where they lost to eventual national champion LSU.
After that season, the Cavinders left Miami, apparently looking to capitalize on their TikTok popularity (where they have 4.5 million followers) and NIL success with companies like Boost Mobile, Champs Sports, Crocs and Venmo.
But their NIL deal with WWE attracted the most attention. The sisters appeared at many WWE events and posed with the promotion’s star performers. It was never clear whether or not they were preparing for a career in the wrestling ring, but that didn’t develop.
Before playing at Miami, the Cavinder sisters played three seasons at Fresno State. Haley averaged 18.4 points, 8.1 rebounds and 4.4 assists, while Hanna totaled 15.7 points, 3.3 rebounds and 3.8 steals per game.
