In a heartbreaking development for fans across the WNBA and Gamecock Nation, star guard Tyasha Harris has officially been ruled out for the remainder of the 2025 season following a serious knee injury that required surgery.
The former South Carolina standout, known last season as the league’s 3-point queen, had been on a meteoric rise — until now. The news broke earlier this week, stunning fans and raising immediate concerns about the long-term impact on her career.
According to team officials, Harris underwent successful surgery earlier this month after suffering what sources say was a significant ligament tear during practice. While the operation went as planned, recovery will be long, and the timeline for a full return remains uncertain.
“It’s a huge loss — not just for our team, but for the league,” one WNBA insider shared. “Ty was becoming a force. Her shooting, her leadership, her presence… this changes everything.”
Harris had emerged as a rising star in the WNBA, building on her collegiate legacy at South Carolina where she helped lead the Gamecocks to national prominence under Coach Dawn Staley. Her absence leaves a massive hole on the court and has sparked fears that this injury could alter the trajectory of her career permanently.
Social media erupted with support, with fans and former teammates flooding her accounts with messages of love, encouragement, and hope. Coach Staley herself posted a heartfelt tribute, calling Harris “a fighter through and through.”
Despite the grim news, Harris remains optimistic. In a short statement to fans, she said:
> “This isn’t the end — just a new beginning. I’ll be back stronger. Believe that.”
For now, the WNBA will have to move forward without one of its brightest young stars — and the basketball world will be watching closely to see if Tyasha Harris can mount the comeback of a lifetime.
