History of Dyaisha Fair in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 28, 2024

Dyaisha Fair is an American professional basketball player currently playing as a free agent. Drafted 16th overall in 2024, she previously showcased her skills at Syracuse University, where she left a lasting legacy. Notably, Fair holds the third position on the NCAA Division I women's basketball all-time scoring list and claims the top spot for minutes played within the same division.

August 7, 2001: Birth of Dyaisha Fair

Dyaisha Fair was born on August 7, 2001.

2018: High School Success and Recognition

During her senior year at Edison Tech High School in 2018, Dyaisha Fair achieved significant recognition for her basketball skills, including being named the All-Greater Rochester Player of the Year and receiving an honorable mention for the New York State Sportswriters Association All-State Team.

2019: First Career Double-Double

Dyaisha Fair recorded her first career double-double on November 5, 2019, against Central Connecticut State with 24 points and 10 rebounds.

2019: Return to NCAA Tournament

In 2019, Dyaisha Fair led the Buffalo Bulls to their first NCAA Division I women's basketball tournament appearance since 2019.

2020: Thriving Amidst the Pandemic

Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Dyaisha Fair continued to excel in her second season with the Buffalo Bulls. She was named to the All-MAC First Team and All-Defensive Team, showcasing her all-around game.

2020: Breakout Freshman Season with Buffalo Bulls

In 2020, Dyaisha Fair had an impressive freshman year with the Buffalo Bulls, earning accolades like MAC Freshman of the Year. She showcased her scoring prowess, recording a career-high 36 points and 11 rebounds against Kent State.

2021: Leading Scorer for Second Time

Dyaisha Fair ended the 2021-2022 season as the leading scorer in her conference for the second time, solidifying her reputation as a dominant offensive player.

2022: Successful Junior Season and Transfer Decision

Dyaisha Fair had a remarkable junior season, leading the Buffalo Bulls to the NCAA Tournament and earning All-MAC honors. Following the season, she decided to transfer to Syracuse University, reuniting with her former coach, Felisha Legette-Jack.

January 26, 2023: Season-High Performance Against Virginia

Dyaisha Fair tied her season-high of 36 points and tied a program record with eight made three-pointers against Virginia on January 26, 2023.

February 5, 2023: Reaching 2500 Career Points

On February 5, 2023, against Boston College, Dyaisha Fair achieved a significant milestone by reaching 2500 career points. She joined Caitlin Clark as the only two active Division I Women's Basketball players to reach that level at the time.

December 18, 2023: Joining the Top 25 Scorers List

Dyaisha Fair achieved a remarkable feat on December 18, 2023, by joining the elite list of the Top 25 NCAA Division I women's basketball career scoring leaders.

2023: Dyaisha Fair Represents USA at the U23 Women's World Cup

During late September 2023, Dyaisha Fair participated in the U23 Women’s World Cup held in Lublin, Poland, where she represented the USA team. The team finished 11th place, with Fair contributing a total of 19 points throughout the tournament.

2023: Selection for the U.S. National Team

Dyaisha Fair's exceptional performance earned her a selection to the 2023 3x3 U23 Nations League for the U.S. National Team.

2023: Transfer to Syracuse and Immediate Impact

Dyaisha Fair's transfer to Syracuse University in 2023, along with several of her Buffalo teammates and coaches, brought immediate success to the Orange. The team significantly improved its performance, reaching the quarterfinals of the Women's National Invitation Tournament.

2023: Dyaisha Fair Named to Preseason Watch Lists and Earns Weekly Honors

In 2023 Fair was named to the Preseason Top 50 John R. Wooden Award Watch List, the 2023-24 Jersey Mike's Naismith Women's Player of the Year Watch List, and the Preseason All-ACC Team.

2023: Dyaisha Fair Selected for USA Basketball 3x3 U23 Nations League Team

On July 17, 2023, Dyaisha Fair was chosen to represent the USA Basketball 3x3 U23 Nations League Team at the FIBA 3x3 Nations League Americas conference held in Rancagua, Chile, from July 24th to 30th. The team emerged victorious in their conference, securing a place for the USA in the Nations League Final.

January 14, 2024: Reaching 3,000 Career Points

Dyaisha Fair achieved a significant milestone on January 14, 2024, by scoring her 3,000th career point in a game against Cornell University.

January 18, 2024: Career-High 9 Three-Pointers Against Florida State

On January 18, 2024, Dyaisha Fair set a new career-high by making 9 three-point field goals in a game against Florida State.

February 4, 2024: Season-High 38 Points Against Boston College

Dyaisha Fair had a standout performance against Boston College on February 4, 2024, scoring a season-high 38 points.

February 25, 2024: Dyaisha Fair Surpasses Brittney Griner on NCAA Scoring List

On February 25, 2024, Dyaisha Fair achieved a significant milestone by surpassing Brittney Griner to secure the fifth position on the NCAA Division I women's basketball career scoring leaders list during her final regular season home game at the JMA Wireless Dome against Pittsburgh.

April 2024: Dyaisha Fair Attends Kelsey Plum's Dawg Class

In April 2024, Dyaisha Fair participated in Kelsey Plum's second annual Dawg Class, a three-day camp designed to help top women college athletes transition to professional basketball. The camp, sponsored by Under Armour, was held at the IMG Academy.

April 17, 2024: Dyaisha Fair Signs Rookie Contract with Las Vegas Aces

Dyaisha Fair signed her rookie scale contract with the Las Vegas Aces on April 17, 2024, after being drafted 16th overall in the WNBA draft.

May 13, 2024: Dyaisha Fair Makes Las Vegas Aces Roster

Dyaisha Fair earned a spot on the 2024 Las Vegas Aces roster on May 13, 2024.

May 25, 2024: Dyaisha Fair Makes WNBA Debut

Dyaisha Fair made her WNBA debut on May 25, 2024, in a home game against the Indiana Fever, contributing 2 assists in 4 minutes of play.

May 26, 2024: Dyaisha Fair Waived by Las Vegas Aces

On May 26, 2024, Dyaisha Fair was waived by the Las Vegas Aces.

2024: Dyaisha Fair Participates in State Farm College Slam Dunk & 3-Point Championships and Women's College All-Star Game

In 2024, Dyaisha Fair participated in the State Farm Slam Dunk Women's 3-Point Championship. She tied for third in the first round and although scoring higher in the second, was eliminated due to a tiebreaker. She also played in the Women's College All-Star game, helping her team to a win with a game winning shot.

2024: Dyaisha Fair Earns National Recognition and Awards

In 2024, Dyaisha Fair received several awards and accolades including being named to the Naismith Trophy Women's Player of the Year Midseason Team, All-ACC First Team, and was a runner up for ACC Player of the Year.