A petition demanding the removal of TCU women’s basketball standout Sedona Prince from the team has amassed over 150,000 signatures as of Sunday evening.
The petition, initiated by Leah Cole on August 14, follows serious allegations made by Prince’s former girlfriend, Olivia Stabile, on TikTok. With a following of more than 700,000, Stabile posted a 10-part video series recounting a recent trip to Mexico for Prince’s birthday, during which she claimed to have experienced abuse.
Stabile accused Prince of pushing her off a four-wheel ATV and abandoning her in the jungle near their resort. She further alleged that when Prince eventually returned with the ATV, she flipped it over and shoved Stabile when she tried to help.
In response to these accusations, Prince issued a statement on Instagram, condemning the intense online backlash she and her loved ones have faced.
“The hate, bullying, and death threats directed at my family, friends, and me are dangerous, irresponsible, and deeply disturbing,” the 24-year-old athlete stated.
“There is so much judgment and criticism coming from people who are removed from the situation, with opinions and verbal attacks based on stories filled with false narratives and inaccurate information that lack honesty and transparency… As I take some time off to focus on my well-being, health, and commitments, I genuinely wish the best for everyone, including those I once had a relationship with.”
Prince concluded her statement by noting that she would not comment further on the issue, leaving any additional responses to her legal team.
Prince has been a key player in rebuilding TCU’s women’s basketball program under head coach Mark Campbell, who is set to begin his second season. Last season, Prince played a pivotal role, averaging 19.7 points and 9.8 rebounds per game. This offseason, TCU’s roster was further bolstered by the additions of former LSU guard Hailey Van Lith and Kentucky guard Maddie Scherr, making the upcoming season one of the most anticipated in the program’s history.
However, this controversy now threatens to cast a shadow over what could have been a milestone season for the team. As of Sunday, the Star-Telegram had reached out to TCU’s women’s basketball program for comment, but no response had been received at the time of publication.
