South Carolina forward Sania Feagin continued to elevate her game during the 2024-25 season, and now she’s taking her talents to the WNBA.
Feagin’s rise to stardom is rooted in her family’s deep basketball background. Her parents, Sherri and Charles Feagin, both played collegiate basketball, significantly influencing her athletic growth.
Who Are Sania Feagin’s Parents, Sherri and Charles?
Sherri and Charles Feagin have played a crucial role in shaping Sania’s basketball journey. Her father, Charles, was a forward at Morgan State University, where he made an impact on the court. Over his collegiate career, he played in 53 games, averaging 8.2 points and 4.2 rebounds per game.
Her mother, Sherri (née Johnson), played NCAA Division I basketball at Washington. Her experience on the court helped guide her daughter’s development. Beyond her playing days, she has remained an active supporter of Sania’s career.
After South Carolina advanced to the Final Four, Sherri shared her excitement on social media, posting, “Final Four here we come!!”
Feagin’s Siblings and Upbringing
Growing up in a basketball-driven household, Sania was immersed in the sport from an early age. She started playing at just four years old, with her parents serving as her first coaches.
“My mama and my dad were my early influences,” Sania has said.
During an interview on the “Sometimes I Hoop” podcast with Atlanta Dream guard Haley Jones, Feagin recalled how her mother would frequently bring her and her brother to the gym. “My mom would go to the gym after school and bring me and my brother with her,” she said.
She also credited her mom for pushing her to compete against boys in youth leagues, which she believes helped develop her toughness.
Sania comes from a large family, with two older sisters, Temeka and Kiera, an older brother, Jacari, and a younger brother, Jacob. Reflecting on her parents’ approach, she noted, “Our approach was a little differently than some parents.” Rather than being overly strict, they provided support while allowing her love for the game to grow naturally.
Basketball talent runs deep in the Feagin family. Sania’s cousin, Alexis Peterson, played college basketball at Syracuse University.
The foundation laid by Sherri and Charles has been instrumental in Sania’s success. Their knowledge and guidance helped shape her into the player she is today. With strong two-way skills, she is now looking to duplicate her success in the WNBA.
In PFSN’s latest 2025 WNBA Mock Draft, Sania is projected to go No. 15 overall to the Minnesota Lynx.
Who Are the Top Prospects In the 2025 WNBA Draft?
Here’s a look at the top prospects in this year’s class based on their current skill set and long-term potential.
1) Paige Bueckers, G, UConn
Paige Bueckers enters the 2025 WNBA Draft as the clear-cut top prospect, a status she reinforced with a dominant NCAA Tournament run that saw her average 24.8 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 3.3 assists while leading UConn to a national title.
A polished three-level scorer with exceptional court vision, Bueckers has the ability to take over games. Her size, skill, and intensity on the defensive end give her the tools to be a true two-way star at the next level.
2) Dominique Malonga, C, France
Dominique Malonga brings franchise player potential to the WNBA, offering any team a foundational piece with rare physical tools and a rapidly developing skill set. The 6-foot-6 EuroCup MVP dominated in France, showcasing elite athleticism, impressive ball-handling for her size, and a versatile scoring arsenal that includes soft touch around the rim and an emerging three-point shot.
With one of the longest wingspans the league has ever seen, Malonga is a disruptive force defensively, capable of altering shots and defending multiple positions. At just 19 years old, her two-way upside is sky-high.
3) Sonia Citron, G, Notre Dame
Sonia Citron stands out as one of the most polished and WNBA-ready prospects in the 2025 draft class, bringing a versatile, mistake-free game that translates seamlessly to the next level. Citron is a true wing with the size to exploit mismatches and the IQ to move smartly off the ball.
She’s a reliable shooter, a willing passer, and a disciplined decision-maker — one of just 219 former Power 5 players to log 3,000 minutes with a 20% usage rate and sub-15% turnover rate. On the defensive end, she embraces tough matchups, making her a complete two-way contributor from day one.
4) Kiki Iriafen, F, USC
Kiki Iriafen brings intriguing scoring upside to the WNBA. After a breakout junior season at Stanford, she transferred to USC and continued to produce, averaging 18.0 points and 8.4 rebounds per game as a senior. While her efficiency dipped slightly, she made notable strides at the free-throw line.
Iriafen isn’t the most physical post presence or an elite rim protector, but she’s a strong finisher around the basket and has the skill to occasionally stretch the floor, making her a versatile offensive weapon with room to grow at the pro level.
5) Aneesah Morrow, F, LSU
Aneesah Morrow is one of the most unique prospects in the 2025 WNBA Draft, bringing an elite rebounding presence and dynamic scoring ability to whichever team lands her. She can score from all over the floor. At 6-foot-1, she’s a bit undersized for a traditional power forward, and her shooting efficiency dipped this past season, but her strength, quickness, and relentless motor make her a constant matchup problem.
With her high-energy play and ability to impact both ends, Morrow has the tools to become a franchise cornerstone, especially for a team in need of immediate production and long-term upside.