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Remembering Texas Longhorn And WNBA Legend, Tiffany Jackson

Jackson passed away after a lengthy battle with breast cancer at 37.

Aziah KamaribyAziah Kamari
October 6, 2022
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Tiffany Jackson, former Texas Longhorn and WNBA player passed away at 37.

According to CBS News, Jackson died after a 7-year-battle with Breast Cancer. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, “an estimated 43,550 women will die from breast cancer in the U.S. this year.”

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According to Texas State University, Jackson’s historic college career included being a three-time All-American from 2005-2007 and a four-time All-Big 12 Conference Team member. She also was the 2004 Big 12 Freshman of the Year.

Following her legendary career with the Longhorns, Jackson was a fifth overall pick in the 2007 WNBA draft selected by New York Liberty. She played nine seasons in the WNBA, the Liberty, Tulsa Shock and Los Angeles Sparks.

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Condolences have poured in since her passing was announced.

Jody Conradt coached Jackson at Texas between 2003-2007 and paid tribute in a statement.

“Tiffany had a great career and was an impact player,” he said. “She was recognized for her all-around game and the fact that she was tremendously mobile and could play multiple positions. She was beloved by teammates, and we share in the sadness of her passing.”

Current Texas Head Coach Vic Schaefer also paid tribute in the statement saying, “We are deeply saddened to hear the news of the passing of Tiffany Jackson, one of the greatest players in the history of Texas Women’s Basketball.” Schaefer continued, “From her days as a player for DFW Elite to her days as a player at The University of Texas, Tiffany has meant so much to so many people in this great state of Texas. I know she was so excited to be the head coach at Wiley College for the upcoming season. She will be sorely missed by so many. Our deepest sympathies go out to her family.”

Los Angeles Sparks player Chiney Ogwumike shared her condolences in a tweet.

“One of the first college basketball games that my sisters and I ever went to was at the University of Texas…and Tiffany Jackson immediately inspired all,” Ogwumike said. “May her soul rest in peace, sending love to her family,” she continued.

One of the first college basketball games that my sisters and I ever went to was at the University of Texas… and Tiffany Jackson immediately inspired all. ❤️

May her soul rest in peace, sending love to her family. ???

— Chiney Ogwumike (@chiney) October 4, 2022

Our condolences to Jackson’s family and those whose lives were touched by her.

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