The TCU Horned Frogs solidified their status as a women's basketball powerhouse this season, and the 2026 WNBA Draft was a testament to that success. On Monday night, the program saw three of its stars take the next step, with guard Taylor Bigby hearing her name called by the Portland Fire in the third round with the 37th overall pick.

Bigby now joins teammates Olivia Miles and Marta Suarez in the professional ranks, capping a remarkable year for the Horned Frogs. During the 2025-26 campaign, Bigby was a key contributor, starting 20 games and averaging 8.2 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game for a team that made a historic run to the NCAA Tournament's Elite Eight.

Her journey to this moment showcases impressive resilience and skill. After beginning her collegiate career with stints at USC and Oregon, Bigby found her footing at TCU over the last two seasons, developing into a reliable guard whose defensive tenacity and scoring ability caught the eye of WNBA scouts.

Her selection is also a significant moment for the expanding WNBA landscape. The Portland Fire, one of two new franchises set to tip off in 2026, made Bigby their third draft pick, adding her to a new core that includes first-rounder Iyana Martin Carrion and second-round selection Frieda Buhner.

For TCU fans and supporters of women's basketball, this draft class represents the bright future of the sport. The legacy of this Elite Eight team continues as Taylor Bigby and her former teammates prepare to bring their winning mentality and relentless work ethic to the world's premier women's basketball league.