Tiffany Hayes is a veteran shooting guard who is signed with the Las Vegas Aces in the WNBA. She played for the Atlanta Dream from 2012 to 2022, Connecticut Sun in 2023, and then joined the Aces in 2024. Hayes also had a successful overseas career in countries like Israel, Turkey, Spain, Brazil, and China. In 2015, she became an Azerbaijani citizen and has represented their national basketball team in international competitions.
Before her professional career, Tiffany Hayes played college basketball for the University of Connecticut Huskies. At UConn, Hayes wore the #3 jersey which was previously worn by UConn legend Diana Taurasi. Hayes won two NCAA championships in 2009 and 2010 with UConn. Drafted 14th overall in the second round by the Atlanta Dream in the 2012 WNBA Draft, Hayes was named to the WNBA All-Rookie Team after averaging 8.6 points in her first season. During her 10 years with the Atlanta Dream, Hayes made the playoffs five times and averaged 13.1 points in 20 playoff games for the Dream, as per Basketball Reference. As of 2025, Hayes is under contract with the Aces and won the Sixth Player of the Year award in 2024 for her impact off the bench.
Tiffany Hayes Family
Tiffany Hayes was born on September 20, 1989, in Fort Polk, Florida, to her parents Renard and Dorothy Hayes. She has three siblings: Jerron, Dontae, and Latisha.
Tiffany Hayes’ Father
Renard Hayes is Tiffany Hayes's father.
Tiffany Hayes’ Mother
Dorothy Hayes is Tiffany Hayes' mother.
Tiffany Hayes’ Siblings
According to her UConn profile, Tiffany Hayes has three siblings: Jerron, Dontae, and Latisha. (via the official Olympics website)
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