Van Lith didn’t fit that mold at LSU. The rookie acknowledged that reality on Friday before she returned to the Pete Maravich Assembly Center and notched seven points, five assists, three rebounds and two steals in 13 minutes of run in the Chicago Sky’s 89-62 preseason win over the Brazilian National Team.

Angel Reese and Hailey Van Lith returned home in front of an enthusiastic crowd for the Chicago Sky’s preseason opener against the Brazilian National team. It was a joyous celebration for the two former LSU stars and featured Coach Kim Mulkey presenting them each with flowers at center court.

Sky coach Tyler Marsh said Van Lith is off to a strong start and is benefitting from 14-year veteran Courtney Vandersloot, who started Friday. Vandersloot is a five-time All-Star with two championships.