WNBA Prospect Sedona Prince Goes Undrafted Amid Explosive Allegations
Sedona Prince, a former standout at Texas Christian University and once a projected WNBA pick, went undrafted Monday night in what many are calling a dramatic fall from grace.
The 6-foot-7 center, who had been expected to go as early as the late first round, was not among the 38 players selected, nor was she invited to attend the draft in person.
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The snub comes as Sedona Prince faces growing controversy tied to multiple allegations of abuse, claims she has continuously denied.
TikTok Series Sparks Backlash Against Sedona Prince
Much of the recent backlash stems from a viral 10-part TikTok series posted by influencer Olivia Stabile, who recounted the turbulent end to their relationship.
The series, titled 'Who the F-ck Did I Take To Mexico?', chronicled a birthday trip Stabile had planned for Prince in 2024 that allegedly turned chaotic.
According to Stabile, the couple broke up during the vacation after a series of alarming events, including an incident where Prince allegedly pushed her off a moving ATV and left her alone in the jungle in the middle of the night. Stabile also claimed Prince warned her against discussing their split publicly, threatening legal action if she went online.
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'I've taken the time to try and stay silent, protect someone's peace who has done nothing but disturb my own,' Stabile said. 'But then when I get a text message by the same person telling me that what I have been posting online has been tarnishing the love that we shared, that it's disturbing their healing journey… What are you healing from? I'm the one who's having to re-learn how to love.'
This isn't the first time one of Prince's exes has gone public.
More Allegations Surface As Sedona's Past Relationship Draws Parallels
Instagram | Sedona-Prince
Prior to dating Stabile, Prince was in a relationship with fellow TikToker Rylee LeGlue, who later claimed Prince had been unfaithful.
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After Stabile's posts began circulating, LeGlue weighed in by commenting, 'Truly glad she made it out. Very parallel. The behaviors/words/actions. Very triggering. Very scary. She wasn't exaggerating a single part. I don't want to insert myself any more than that luv u mwah.'
As the videos gained traction, a Change.org petition was launched by user Leah Cole, calling for TCU to cut ties with the athlete.
'As an individual who has personally experienced the deep pain caused by abuse, it breaks my heart to see a known domestic abuser maintain a place of respect within our society, essentially being shielded by a reputable university,' Cole wrote. 'We firmly believe that allegations of such grave misconduct should be taken seriously and addressed urgently.'
Sedona Prince Denies Abuse Claims
These latest claims followed a February report from The Washington Post detailing a domestic dispute between Prince and a former partner.
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The two women filed reports against each other after a physical altercation, with both sustaining minor injuries, according to police. No charges were filed.
In response, Prince took to social media to publicly deny all abuse claims, saying, 'I have never abused anybody in my life. That's not who I am, that's not what I do, that's not what I stand for.'
Sedona Prince Accused Of 2019 Assault In Locked Car Incident
Instagram | Sedona Prince
Additional allegations surfaced, including one from Alyssa Jimmie, who claimed Prince sexually assaulted her in 2019 after refusing to let her out of a locked car.
Another unnamed woman alleged Prince forced a kiss and non-consensual sexual contact following a date in 2022.
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That lawsuit was later withdrawn.
Attorney Slams Accusers, Defends Sedona Prince Ahead Of Draft Snub
Despite the social media firestorm, Prince's attorney insists the claims have no legal standing.
'Sedona has not been charged with a crime or found guilty of any wrongdoing,' her lawyer, A. Boone Almanza, told ESPN ahead of the draft. 'Rather, she has been convicted on social media by people who have attempted to use their relationship with Sedona to attract followers and to build their influencer careers and settle grudges. To the extent she has made any mistakes different from other young people in their early dating life, it was solely the decision to be on TikTok.'
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Though she remains unsigned, there's still a possibility that Prince could earn a tryout or play professionally overseas. Still, the cloud of controversy hanging over her name continues to spark heated debate and could have long-lasting consequences for her future in the sport.
If you or someone you know has been impacted by the topics discussed in this story, support is available. Call the Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-330-0226.
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