Dawn Staley Offers Insightful Advice to Indiana Fever Rookie Ahead of WNBA Training Camp
As the 2025 WNBA rookie class gears up for training camp, one familiar face is already getting words of wisdom from a legendary coach. South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley recently shared candid advice for her former player, Bree Hall, now a rookie with the Indiana Fever.
The transition from college to the pros is never easy, and the turnaround is especially quick this year. With only a short break between the end of their NCAA seasons and the start of WNBA training camp, rookies are diving headfirst into their professional careers.
Hall, who was selected by the Fever with the No. 20 pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, brings a wealth of experience from her time at South Carolina. Under Staley’s leadership, Hall was part of a powerhouse program known for preparing players to thrive at the next level—both physically and mentally.
Staley, who has turned the Gamecocks into a national dynasty, knows that no amount of college preparation can fully replicate what players will face in the WNBA. “There are things they’ll have to learn on their own,” Staley noted, emphasizing the importance of growth through experience and peer support in the league.
Hall’s selection also sparked an emotional response from her former teammate Aliyah Boston, now a standout with the Fever. Their reunion in Indiana adds a layer of familiarity and chemistry that could help Hall navigate her rookie season more smoothly.
As training camp begins, all eyes will be on this year’s rookie class. But with the foundation built under Staley and encouragement from former teammates, Bree Hall is entering the next chapter of her career with confidence—and a little guidance from one of the best in the game.