No. 1 Prospect Aaliyah Chavez's mother reconfirms her commitment status through IG post following Oklahoma Sooners visit

All eyes in the women's basketball world are fixed on Aaliyah Chavez, the top prospect of the Class of 2025, as universities contend for her commitment. Chavez has made an indelible mark on the court with a stellar record, including an average of 37.8 points per game, 10.1 rebounds and 4.4 assists.

Not only has she excelled in statistics, but she has also been honored as Gatorade's Texas Girls Basketball Player of the Year, placing her among stars such as Juju Watkins, Candace Parker and Paige Bueckers. The attention Chavez is getting is keeping her mother quite busy these days.

While Aaliyah is living up to her college dream, her mother, Andrea took to her Instagram and posted a story clarifying that her talented daughter has not committed to any of the schools, given the hype after her Oklahoma Sooners visit. Although this was not the first time Aaliyah’s mother had to debunk the speculations, Andrea earlier shared a similar Instagram story mentioning Aaliyah is “#notcommited”. The Sooners, Texas Tech and Texas continue to be the top contenders for Chavez.

Aaliyah Chavez's Mother via Instagram story (@drechavez2)

Oklahoma Sooners warmly welcomed Aaliyah Chavez

Aaliyah Chavez received a warm welcome from the Oklahoma women's basketball program during her official visit to Norman this weekend. Head coach Jennie Baranczyk and her staff showcased the program's strengths, which seem to match up with to Chavez's desire for high energy and an authentic playing style.

The visit likely emphasized the team's genuine approach to basketball and the authentic connection between Chavez and Baranczyk, creating an environment that aligns with the star recruit's expectations and ambitions. With Chavez being one of the most sought-after players in the Class of 2025, Oklahoma would most likely position itself at the forefront of the recruitment race.

With a strong roster bolstered by the addition of standout transfer Raegan Beers, the Sooners are positioned as a serious contender for Chavez's talents among other competitive programs like Texas, Texas Tech, South Carolina and UCLA.

Sources close to the recruitment process have highlighted the pivotal role that NIL opportunities and the power of a compelling recruiting visit hold in influencing Chavez's decision-making. The dynamic guard, renowned for her exceptional skills on the court, looks to align herself with a program that exudes high energy and a coaching staff that mirrors her competitive drive.