Hailey Van Lith scored 26 points leading TCU to its first-ever Elite Eight, becoming the NCAA's first player to advance with three different schools, while also earning the nickname 'Ms. March'—no pressure!

With her dazzling performance against Notre Dame, where she not only outscored the entire opposing team in the fourth quarter but also set TCU's single-season scoring record, Van Lith has solidified her legacy in NCAA history. As the first player to reach the Elite Eight with three different teams—Louisville, LSU, and now TCU—she's proving that basketball might just be her own personal March Madness. Plus, with a new nickname comes added pressure to keep the joy alive, but judging by her recent play, she seems more than up for the challenge.

In the Sweet 16 showdown, Van Lith's impressive stats included not only her 26 points but also 9 rebounds and 4 assists. This performance had fans questioning if she was secretly a superhero. After all, it's not every day a player outperforms an entire team in the fourth quarter—Van Lith scored 12 points while Notre Dame could only muster up 10. Maybe they just forgot they were still in the game after the first half.

Shooting a notable 10 of 21 from the field, Van Lith demonstrated an uncanny ability to find her shot and her teammates, effectively making her both a sharpshooter and a playmaker. When asked how she accomplished such a feat, Van Lith simply said she wanted to play with joy and have no regrets. It's a refreshing perspective, especially in a game where every shot feels like a matter of life or death—at least for the competitive spirits involved.

Mark Campbell, TCU's head coach, was nearly beaming as he jokingly referred to her by her newfound nickname. "Ms. March is not just a name; it's a lifestyle. And Hailey is living it to the fullest," Campbell remarked, likely watching her tape with a mix of pride and a hint of disbelief as his team made history. If Van Lith keeps up this level of performance, the nickname may just become a reality show.

Interestingly, Van Lith’s journey to the Elite Eight wasn't a solo endeavor. Her former teammate, Angel Reese—who undoubtedly can appreciate the pressure of such high stakes—offered her support via social media, despite probably needing a moment to publicly process being outperformed by her friend. One can only imagine the group chat is buzzing with a mix of admiration and competitive spirit.

Setting TCU's single-season scoring record with 663 points is a significant milestone. It speaks volumes not just about her talent but also about her versatility and adaptability across different teams and systems. It's almost like she was preparing for a one-woman NCAA tour, taking down opponents one game at a time. If anyone asks, keep in mind that 'Ms. March' sounds more like a title for a reigning queen than a basketball player—until you see her for yourself.

As TCU advances further into the tournament, one can't help but wonder what’s next for Van Lith. She has already helped lead TCU to a victory over Notre Dame, scoring 26 points and setting the single-season scoring record for TCU with 663 points this season. Perhaps another nickname after each round? Who knows—her coach Mark Campbell has referred to her as 'Ms. March'.

Despite all the accolades and records, Hailey remains grounded, focusing on playing the game she loves. After all, her mantra of playing with joy isn’t just a motivational poster line; it’s clearly working. Just as long as the rest of the team is okay with her leading the way, TCU’s continuing adventure is sure to be filled with cheers, commendations, and hopefully, more toilet paper for that celebratory roll they now keep at hand should history repeat itself.