A Dream Come True
Picture this: it’s April 14, 2025, and Taylor Thierry’s phone lights up with a call that changes everything. The Atlanta Dream just made her their second-round pick, No. 18 overall, in the 2025 WNBA Draft. For the kid from Cleveland who grew up dreaming of the big stage, that moment felt like the world stopping—then spinning even faster. “I was just sitting there, heart pounding, trying not to cry in front of my family,” she later shared with a grin on X. Now, she’s packing her bags for Atlanta, ready to chase her pro dreams with the Dream.
From Buckeye to Pro
Taylor’s no stranger to hard work. At Ohio State, she was the 6-foot-1 forward who’d dive for loose balls, lock down the other team’s best player, and still drop a smooth 12.9 points a game her senior year. Whether it was snagging 6.3 rebounds or swiping 1.8 steals, she had a way of being everywhere on the court. Buckeyes fans still talk about her 22-point, 10-rebound takeover against Iowa in 2024—like she was saying, “Hey, I belong here.” And now, the WNBA agrees.
A Perfect Fit for Atlanta
For the Dream, Taylor’s a breath of fresh air. After a 2024 season where injuries tested their grit, Atlanta’s rebuilding with purpose under new coach Karl Smesko. They needed someone with heart and hustle, and Taylor’s got that in spades. The Dream’s X account couldn’t wait to break the news, posting, “Welcome to the A, Taylor Thierry! Let’s get it! #DoItForTheDream.” Fans jumped in, flooding replies with fire emojis and jersey requests. One even wrote, “She’s gonna be a PROBLEM in the league!” Check out her college highlights and draft buzz on her ESPN draft profile to see why everyone’s hyped.
Grit and Growth
Taylor’s journey wasn’t all smooth sailing. She started at Ohio State as a scrappy four-star recruit, fighting for minutes. But by her senior year, she was a captain, rallying her teammates and leaving it all on the court. That grit’s what makes her a perfect fit for Atlanta’s young squad—think Rhyne Howard’s flair, Naz Hillmon’s toughness, and now Taylor’s relentless energy. She’s not just here to fill a roster spot; she’s ready to earn her minutes, maybe even steal a few hearts along the way.
Ready to Shine
In Atlanta, Taylor’s got a chance to grow with a team on the rise. The Dream’s season kicks off May 16 against the Washington Mystics, and you can bet she’ll be itching to hit the court. For now, she’s soaking it all in—still the Cleveland girl who’d shoot hoops in the driveway until dark, now carrying her city’s pride to the WNBA. “This is for everyone who believed in me,” she posted after the draft, and you could feel the joy through the screen. Here’s to Taylor Thierry, ready to light up Atlanta and show the league what she’s made of.
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