History of Natisha Hiedeman in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: July 15, 2026

Natisha Hiedeman is a professional basketball player known for her tenacity and versatility as a guard in the WNBA. A standout collegiate athlete at Marquette University, she earned Big East Player of the Year honors before being selected in the 2019 WNBA Draft. Throughout her professional career, Hiedeman has primarily played for the Connecticut Sun, where she established herself as a reliable perimeter shooter, high-energy defender, and crucial playmaker. Known for her clutch performances and resilient playing style, she has become a key contributor to the team's sustained success and playoff runs. Beyond her WNBA commitments, Hiedeman has also gained experience playing internationally, further developing her professional profile. Her combination of sharp shooting, basketball IQ, and defensive intensity makes her a respected figure in the league, consistently providing depth and production to her team’s rotation.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

February 10, 1997: Birth of Natisha Hiedeman

On February 10, 1997, Natisha Hiedeman, a future professional basketball player, was born.

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2017: Meyers Drysdale Award Watch List Selection

During the 2017–18 basketball season, Natisha Hiedeman was officially named to the Meyers Drysdale Award Watch List, recognizing her standout performance and potential at Marquette University.

June 19, 2019: Signing with the Atlanta Dream

On June 19, 2019, Natisha Hiedeman was signed by the Atlanta Dream to serve as a temporary EuroBasket replacement player for Alex Bentley.

July 10, 2019: First WNBA Points Scored

On July 10, 2019, Natisha Hiedeman officially recorded her first points as a professional player in the WNBA while playing for the Connecticut Sun.

2019: 2019 WNBA Draft Selection

In 2019, Natisha Hiedeman was selected as the eighteenth overall pick in the WNBA draft, setting a record as the highest draft pick for a Marquette basketball player since Dwyane Wade and the highest for the Big East Conference following its re-alignment.

2020: 2020 WNBA Season Performance

During the 2020 season, Natisha Hiedeman played in all 22 regular-season games, leading her team in both points and assists as a bench player. She achieved career-high averages of 6.1 points, 1.9 assists, and 1.9 rebounds per game, while significantly improving her shooting efficiency by nearly doubling her made field goals from the previous year.

2020: Signing with Maccabi Ironi Ramat Gan

In 2020, Natisha Hiedeman signed a contract to play for Maccabi Ironi Ramat Gan, which held the title of Israeli Female Basketball Premier League champions.

January 8, 2021: Signing of Qualifying Offer with the Connecticut Sun

On January 8, 2021, Natisha Hiedeman officially committed to the Connecticut Sun by signing her qualifying offer, ensuring her return to the team for the upcoming season.

September 2021: Engagement to Jasmine Thomas

In September 2021, Natisha Hiedeman publicly announced her engagement to fellow basketball player and former Connecticut Sun teammate Jasmine Thomas.

October 2022: Appointed Director of Player Development at Penn State

In October 2022, Natisha Hiedeman began a new professional chapter by joining the Penn State women's basketball staff as the Director of Player Development, reuniting with her former collegiate coach, Carolyn Kieger.

2022: Breakout Season with the Connecticut Sun

During the 2022 WNBA season, Natisha Hiedeman established herself as a starter for the Connecticut Sun, achieving career-high averages of 9.1 points and 3.3 assists per game. Her contributions were instrumental in helping the team reach their fourth WNBA Finals appearance in franchise history.

2022: Career Scoring High Milestone

In 2022, while playing for the Connecticut Sun, Hiedeman achieved a personal milestone by setting her career-high scoring average, a mark she would later match during the 2025 season.

February 3, 2023: Contract extension with the Connecticut Sun

On February 3, 2023, Natisha Hiedeman solidified her commitment to the Connecticut Sun by signing a new two-year contract to continue playing for the team.

August 2023: Promoted to Assistant Coach at Penn State

Following her tenure as Director of Player Development, Natisha Hiedeman was elevated to the position of assistant coach for the Penn State basketball program in August 2023.

January 30, 2024: Trade to the Minnesota Lynx

On January 30, 2024, Natisha Hiedeman was officially traded to the Minnesota Lynx, with Tiffany Mitchell and the 19th pick in the 2024 WNBA draft sent in exchange.

November 2024: Start of tenure with Inner Mongolia

In November 2024, Natisha Hiedeman began her professional basketball stint playing for the Inner Mongolia team in the Women's Chinese Basketball Association (WCBA).

2024: Challenging Season Performance

During the 2024 season, Hiedeman experienced a challenging period in her professional career, which was characterized by many as a 'down' year before she successfully shifted her focus to off-season improvement.

January 2025: Conclusion of tenure with Inner Mongolia

Natisha Hiedeman concluded her time playing for the Inner Mongolia team in the Women's Chinese Basketball Association (WCBA) in January 2025.

January 17, 2025: Phantom BC Signs Natisha Hiedeman

On January 17, 2025, Phantom BC signed Natisha Hiedeman to a relief player contract after Marina Mabrey suffered a right calf injury during the pre-season.

February 1, 2025: Re-signing with the Minnesota Lynx

On February 1, 2025, professional basketball player Natisha Hiedeman officially re-signed with the Minnesota Lynx, marking a pivotal moment in her career as she prepared for the 2025 season.

July 12, 2025: Update to Natisha Hiedeman's career statistics

On July 12, 2025, the official statistical records for Natisha Hiedeman's basketball career were updated to include all performance data from games played up until that date.

November 5, 2025: Drafted by Hive BC

On November 5, 2025, Natisha Hiedeman was officially selected by Hive BC to participate in the upcoming 2026 Unrivaled league season.

2025: StudBudz Twitch Channel Popularity and Media Features

During the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game, Natisha Hiedeman and teammate Courtney Williams saw a surge in popularity for their co-hosted Twitch channel, StudBudz, after live-streaming behind-the-scenes content from the event. Following this success in 2025, the duo was featured on the cover of Slam magazine and participated in a photo shoot for Vogue.