Following her successful college career, Van Lith entered the 2025 WNBA Draft. But first, she was named a virtual cover model for SI Swimsuit. She wasn't done yet, because she returned for a full spread in the 2025 SI Swimsuit Issue.

Just days prior to making her WNBA debut, Chicago Sky rookie guard Hailey Van Lith is making a splash with her inaugural appearance in Sports Illustrated's Swimsuit Issue as its April digital cover star. The 5-foot-7 pro, wearing Frankies Bikinis threads, was photographed by Taylor Ballantyne in Fort Worth, Texas.

Chicago Sky rookie Hailey Van Lith let her stunning blonde hair down for a sizzling bikini shoot for the newest iconic ‘Sports Illustrated’ swimsuit issue.