BREAKING: Los Angeles Sparks Select Sania Feagin with No. 21 Pick in 2025 WNBA Draft
In a significant move during the 2025 WNBA Draft, the Los Angeles Sparks have selected forward Sania Feagin with the No. 21 overall pick. Feagin, a standout from the University of South Carolina, joins a rebuilding Sparks roster hungry for young talent and defensive presence in the paint.
Feagin’s journey to the WNBA has been marked by both promise and perseverance. Standing at 6-foot-3, she was a five-star recruit out of high school and a key rotation player under legendary coach Dawn Staley. While she didn’t always dominate the stat sheet, her impact was felt on both ends of the court, especially in her later collegiate seasons when she stepped into a larger role.
Throughout her time at South Carolina, Feagin showed flashes of elite potential. Her length, footwork, and instincts on defense made her an asset in the paint, whether it was altering shots, switching onto smaller players, or anchoring the team in zone sets. Offensively, she showcased a soft touch around the rim, an emerging mid-range jumper, and the ability to run the floor in transition—a key skill in today’s fast-paced WNBA style.
Though she played behind All-American talent at times during her college career, Feagin took full advantage of her opportunities. In her senior year, she averaged 8.1 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks per game while shooting over 50% from the field. She also earned All-SEC Defensive Team honors, a testament to her presence on that end of the court.
For the Sparks, this pick fits into a larger narrative of growth and transformation. Los Angeles has struggled to regain its identity in recent seasons, but under a new front office and coaching leadership, the team is clearly investing in youth and long-term development. Feagin joins a young core that includes former top picks and promising international players, setting the stage for a renewed era of Sparks basketball.
General Manager Raegan Pebley praised Feagin’s “intangibles and upside,” noting her leadership, work ethic, and defensive motor as key reasons for the selection. “Sania is the kind of player who does the little things that don’t always show up in the box score. She’s a competitor, and she wants to get better every day,” Pebley said in a post-draft press conference.
Feagin, for her part, expressed excitement about joining the historic Sparks franchise. “I’m grateful for the opportunity and ready to get to work,” she said. “I grew up watching the WNBA, and to be part of this league—especially with a team like the Sparks that has so much history—is a dream come true.”
The Sparks’ decision to draft Feagin at No. 21 reflects a strategic approach to team building. In a deep draft class headlined by superstar prospects, selecting a player with high defensive IQ and room to grow is a smart long-term investment. If Feagin can continue developing her offensive skill set and adapt to the speed and physicality of the pro game, she could become a valuable contributor off the bench—or potentially more—in the seasons to come.
As Los Angeles continues to shape its roster for the future, Sania Feagin represents both a bet on potential and a nod to the kind of gritty, unselfish basketball the franchise hopes to restore.
