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Tiana Mangakahia.
NEED TO KNOW
- Former Syracuse basketball player Tiana Mangakahia has died after dealing with breast cancer for six years
- Mangakahia was first treated for breast cancer in 2019, during her time at Syracuse, and returned to play in the following season
- “Though our hearts ache without her, her legacy and the love she gave will stay with us forever,” her family said in a statement
Former Syracuse basketball player Tiana Mangakahia has died.
Mangakahia died at age 30 in her hometown of Brisbane, Australia after dealing with breast cancer for several years, per a .
Mangakahia later pursued a professional career in Russia, France and her native Australia, and briefly played on the Phoenix Mercury’s practice squad. She retired from the sport in 2023, but recently returned this year to play in her hometown club, Southern District Spartans.
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