What's next for Sedona Prince after going undrafted in the 2025 WNBA draft?

A Surprising Snub on Draft Night
The 2025 WNBA Draft welcomed 38 new players to the league—but not everyone expected to go undrafted stayed off the board. One of the biggest surprises was Sedona Prince , the 6-foot-7 TCU center who had been projected by some as a late first- or second-round pick. Despite averaging 17.5 points, 9.6 rebounds, and 3 blocks per game this past season, Prince’s name was never called.

Her absence raises questions. A combination of factors likely worked against her: a well-documented injury history, the fact that she’s older than many other prospects after spending seven years in college, and recent abuse allegations from earlier in her college career. All of that made teams think twice—even though her physical presence and numbers suggest she could contribute at the next level.

Prince wasn’t alone. Norfolk State ’s Diamond Johnson and Oregon’s Deja Kelly also went undrafted, despite standout seasons. Johnson averaged 19.1 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 4.3 assists, and was a key part of Norfolk State’s NCAA tournament appearance. Kelly led Oregon in scoring and helped the team pull off a March Madness upset over Vanderbilt. Other surprising omissions included Tennessee guards Samara Spencer and Jewel Spear, and North Carolina’s Alyssa Ustby, who has since signed a free agency deal with the Los Angeles Sparks.

No Way Back to College: So What Are the Options?
For players like Prince, the draft is a one-way door. Once a player declares for the WNBA Draft, they give up any remaining NCAA eligibility. That means no return to college basketball—something that wouldn’t have been an option for Prince anyway, since her eligibility was already fully used up.

Now, she and others who went undrafted are free agents and eligible to sign training camp contracts with WNBA teams. These contracts give players a chance to compete for one of the league’s limited roster spots—but nothing is guaranteed. The WNBA is known for its intense competition just to make a roster. Even with the Golden State Valkyries joining the league this year, only 13 teams exist, each with 12-player rosters. That’s just 156 total spots across the league.

Training camps start April 27, and final roster decisions must be made before the regular season begins on May 16. It’s a tight window. The players who get invites will have to impress quickly—and outperform both fellow rookies and seasoned veterans—to secure a place.
Can Undrafted Players Really Make It in the W?
While it’s a steep climb, there’s history to suggest it’s possible. Some of the WNBA’s most recognizable and accomplished players weren’t drafted at all. Becky Hammon, who’s now the head coach of the Las Vegas Aces, went undrafted in 1999 but went on to become a six-time All-Star and one of the league’s assist leaders. Sami Whitcomb, now with the Phoenix Mercury, didn’t hear her name called in 2010 but won two championships with Seattle. Valkyries forward Kayla Thornton and Storm guard Erica Wheeler also made successful careers after being passed over on draft night.

These stories show that it’s not impossible—just rare. Making a training camp roster is one step. Earning a regular-season spot is another. Building a career takes years of consistency, hard work, and the right opportunity at the right time.

For Prince and others like her, the next few weeks are critical. Teams may be hesitant to invest, but her height, shot-blocking ability, and college experience still hold value. With the right fit, she could still find her way onto a roster and begin proving that her story in professional basketball is just getting started.