Tiana Mangakahia diagnosed with breast cancer

[DaBball]

You will be in the Boneyard's thoughts and prayers, Tiana.

"I Will Come Out Stronger." - Syracuse University Athletics

Just over a month ago, I found a lump on my left breast so I went to the health center and got it checked out. Throughout the following weeks, things have pr...

cuse.com

"Just over a month ago, I found a lump on my left breast so I went to the health center and got it checked out. Throughout the following weeks, things have progressed quickly. I've undergone various tests and got a biopsy on Friday, June 14.

On Tuesday, June 18, I got the results back and it was a day I will never forget.

On this day, I was diagnosed with Stage 2 breast cancer (Grade 3 Invasive Ductal Carcinoma). As of right now I am starting chemotherapy on Friday and will have to undergo surgery after treatment."

 

[eebmg]

You will be in the Boneyard's thoughts and prayers, Tiana.

OMG. So young. Be strong Tiana. Best wishes to you and your family.

 

[Dillon77]

Have not only admired her skillsets on the basketball court, but the very obvious tenacity and heart that helps achieve and propel them.
I very much expect and hope those will help Tiana as she undergoes treatment. All the best....keep the faith.

 

[Crossover]

Prayers ascending!

 

[triaddukefan]

I saw this one on twitter... One of the most exciting players to watch in the ACC..... hope she recovers fully.

 

[Beemer]

My God she is so young to have to endure this. She'll be in my prayers for sure.

 

[SCspur]

I’ve had my fair share of women in my family that has dealt with Breast Cancer. It’s an ugly disease! But watching Tiana on the basketball court assures me that she’s a fighter and she’s going to beat the monster that is cancer!! Hold your head high Tiana your a warrior! We’re praying for you and we love you!!!

 

[CocoHusky]

Praying for a full recovery for Tiana.

 

[Bigboote]

Best wishes and positive vibes to Ms Mangakahia. She’s so much fun to watch, and a fierce competitor.

 

[Ozimoto]

Thoughts and prayers for complete and total recovery and cure.

 

[nwhoopfan]

Wow this is shocking. I hope the treatment goes well and she has the best possible outcome.

 

[Plebe]

I've been a huge fan of Tiana's from the first time I saw her play almost two years ago. She plays with all kinds of heart and grit, and she is a spectacular assist machine.

I'm struggling to remember another time I've ever heard of a college-age person with breast cancer. Pretty shocking, and a valuable reminder not to take a single day for granted.

 

[Plebe]

Nice to see:

NCAA student-athletes and coaches rally behind Tiana Mangakahia

NCAA teams, players and coaches have rallied behind Tiana Mangakahia, the Syracuse point guard who announced Monday she will begin treatment in a fight against breast cancer.

www.ncaa.com

 

[Bigboote]

Nice to see:

NCAA student-athletes and coaches rally behind Tiana Mangakahia

NCAA teams, players and coaches have rallied behind Tiana Mangakahia, the Syracuse point guard who announced Monday she will begin treatment in a fight against breast cancer.

www.ncaa.com

I liked this one, from Michael Loeb: “I think cancer made a mistake. I wouldn’t pick a fight with T.”

 

[Argonaut]

Good for her!

It would be really easy to go into hiding until she’s back to full form, but that’s obviously not the route she’s taking.

 

[Plebe]

SU women’s basketball player Tiana Mangakahia speaks about her battle with breast cancer

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Tuesday morning marked the first time we have heard from Tiana Mangakahia since she announced her cancer diagnosis almost two months ago. Mangakahia is halfway thro…

www.localsyr.com

"Mangakahia’s plan right now is to sit out this season but be on campus, taking classes, being around her teammates at practices and games and then be ready to rejoin them for the ’20-’21 season."​

 

[Dillon77]

SU women’s basketball player Tiana Mangakahia speaks about her battle with breast cancer

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Tuesday morning marked the first time we have heard from Tiana Mangakahia since she announced her cancer diagnosis almost two months ago. Mangakahia is halfway thro…

www.localsyr.com

"Mangakahia’s plan right now is to sit out this season but be on campus, taking classes, being around her teammates at practices and games and then be ready to rejoin them for the ’20-’21 season."​

Thanks for posting. Continued thoughts and prayers for Tiana as she undergoes her treatment.

 

[Bliss]

Prayers for you.

 

[Geew1992]

 

[LoTrader]

That was absolutely awesome. Thanks for sharing.

 

[Plebe]

 

[Beemer]

She's having surgery today:

https://twitter.com/CuseWBB

 

[Ozimoto]

Prayers...

 

[ConnecticutBB]

You will be in my prayers. Be strong. Be positive.
Except all the support from everyone near & dear to you.

 

[Steelerone]

Never be afraid to accept support and friendship. You will be in my prayers.

 

[Beemer]

Her surgery was successful, she is cancer free!

https://twitter.com/CuseWBB

 

[Ozimoto]

And I sincerely hope that it stays that way!

 

[nwhoopfan]

Her surgery was successful, she is cancer free!

https://twitter.com/CuseWBB

Excellent news!

 

[eebmg]

Very comprehensive article about how well Tiana is doing.

Syracuse star Tiana Mangakahia nurtures basketball dream, finds new purpose during breast cancer battle

She lost her hair but not her smile. She clung tight to one dream and added another. Now declared cancer-free, Tiana Mangakahia is eager to star on the basketball court and off.

www.espn.com

 

[Centerstream]

Very comprehensive article about how well Tiana is doing.

I read this on the ESPNW.com website today. Enjoyable reading and I hope she is on the court next season. There's no way that the NCAA "should" deny her another season of eligibility.