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Aaliyah Chavez reflects on whirlwind first season at OU
The former top recruit discusses her growth on and off the court in her debut year with the Sooners women's basketball team.
Mar. 30, 2026 at 1:08pm
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A rising star's first college season is marked by both personal and athletic growth, as she navigates the challenges of the transition to Division I basketball.Today in SacramentoAaliyah Chavez, a Lubbock, Texas native and former No. 1 overall women's basketball recruit, has had a whirlwind first year playing for the University of Oklahoma. After choosing OU over nearly every major program last year, Chavez has experienced significant personal and athletic growth in her debut season with the Sooners.
Why it matters
Chavez was one of the most highly touted recruits in the country coming out of high school, so her transition to the college game and development as a player will be closely watched. Her reflections on her first year provide insight into the challenges and rewards of being a top recruit adjusting to the demands of Division I basketball.
The details
In her first season with the Sooners, Chavez has had to adapt to the faster pace and increased physicality of the college game. However, her coaches have noted her impressive growth both as a player and as a person, with Chavez herself acknowledging the significant changes she has undergone in the past year.
- Chavez chose to attend the University of Oklahoma over nearly every major women's basketball program last year.
- Chavez began her freshman season with the Sooners this past fall.
The players
Aaliyah Chavez
A Lubbock, Texas native and former No. 1 overall women's basketball recruit who is currently a freshman playing for the University of Oklahoma.
The takeaway
Chavez's transition from high school star to college freshman has been a challenging but rewarding experience, as she has had to adapt to the increased demands of Division I basketball while also undergoing significant personal growth. Her development will be closely watched as she continues her career with the Sooners.
