Hailey Van Lith, a talented NCAA basketball player, went viral for her amusing facial expression captured at the Empire State Building before the WNBA Draft. Attending the event with her fellow draftees, the women enjoyed a day filled with photo opportunities against a breathtaking backdrop, as the iconic building was illuminated in orange for the occasion. Following her selection by the Chicago Sky, Van Lith humorously addressed the social media buzz around her expression, revealing that she had not even realized her face was caught in such a way.
Van Lith mentioned in an interview, "I […] don't even remember doing that. So that's a red flag." Her natural expression led to unexpected social media attention.
After being caught with an angry look in a group shot at the Empire State Building, commenters quickly rallied on social media, asking, "Somebody check on Hailey lol."
The Empire State Building turned orange in celebration of the WNBA Draft, setting a festive backdrop for Van Lith and her fellow draftees during their NYC outing.
Van Lith, who was drafted by the Chicago Sky with the 11th pick, showcased her sense of humor regarding the viral photo, noting, "I'm sure Hailey just needs a cup of coffee."
Collection
[
|
...
]