Former Syracuse basketball player Tiana Mangakahia dies following cancer battle
The basketball world is mourning the loss of former Syracuse basketball point guard Tiana Mangakahia. The Australian native passed away surrounded by her family after a long battle with breast cancer on September 11. She was 30 years old.
Mangakahia’s family announced her passing on the athlete’s Instagram. “We are heartbroken to share the passing of our beautiful Tiana Mangakahia. She left us on 11/09/2025, surrounded by family, friends and lots of love. Tiana was a shining light who touched the lives of everyone she met with her kindness, strength, and warmth. She fought right till the very end, showing courage and grace beyond words.”
The post continued, “Though our hearts ache without her, her legacy and the love she gave will stay with us forever. We will continue to honour her in everything we do. We love you endlessly, Tiana, and will miss you always.”
Mangakahia was a member of Syracuse’s women’s basketball team from 2017 to 2021. During her time there, she was a two-time All-ACC first-team selection, a two-time WBCA Division I Coaches’ All-America honorable mention selection, Associated Press (AP) All-America Honorable Mention, Nancy Lieberman Point Guard Award finalist, and was awarded the Syracuse 8 Courage Award, according to Syracuse.
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