Tashawna Higgins

Tashawna Higgins is a professional basketball athlete known for her outstanding performance in both national and international competitions. Born on April 15, 1995, in Atlanta, Georgia, she developed a passion for the sport at a young age. Higgins played collegiate basketball at the University of North Carolina, where she was a standout player and earned several accolades, including All-Conference Team honors during her junior and senior years.

After graduating, Higgins was selected in the third round of the WNBA draft in 2017, making her mark as a promising player in the league. Throughout her career, she has played for multiple teams, including the Atlanta Dream and the Seattle Storm, where she has consistently demonstrated her scoring ability and defensive skills. Higgins was named to the WNBA All-Star team in 2021, solidifying her reputation among the elite athletes in women's basketball.

In addition to her club career, Higgins has proudly represented her country on the international stage, competing in the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup. Her contributions to the game have inspired many young athletes, particularly females, to pursue basketball as a viable career path. Higgins stands as a role model in the sport, celebrated for her commitment, skill, and dedication to fostering the growth of women’s basketball.