When Lexie Hull steps off the hardwood, the Indiana Fever guard proves she’s just as committed to her alma mater as she is to draining jump shots. Hull and her boyfriend, Will Matthiessen, were spotted courtside on Sunday, cheering on the Stanford Cardinal in their clash against the Indiana Hoosiers.
The setting? Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington. The occasion? A nostalgic trip down memory lane for Hull, who spent four stellar years at Stanford before making her way to the WNBA. Sporting Cardinal colors (metaphorically, at least), Hull wasn’t exactly blending into the Indiana crowd, a bold move for someone who’s become a household name in the state.
Hull posted a story to Instagram with a simple yet emphatic message for her old squad: “As always, go Card.” Subtle, but effective—because nothing says school spirit quite like risking side-eyes in a sea of Hoosier red.
Meanwhile, her boyfriend Will Matthiessen, who knows his way around a baseball diamond and a charming Instagram caption, was right by her side. The couple met during their Stanford days, where Hull was swishing buckets and Matthiessen was crushing fastballs. Fast-forward four years, and they’re the picture-perfect duo—albeit one that Indiana fans might view as a bit of a sporting Benedict Arnold situation.
Stanford Can’t Keep the Streak Alive
The Cardinal rolled into the game with an undefeated 4-0 record, clearly aiming to make a statement. But the Hoosiers had other plans. Chloe Moore-McNeil dropped a game-high 21 points, leading Indiana to a decisive 79-66 victory. Hull probably didn’t love that outcome, but hey, you win some, you lose some—especially if you’re sitting courtside with good company.
Lexie Hull: Fever Star with a Stanford Heart
For those who’ve been living under a rock (or, worse, don’t follow the WNBA), Lexie Hull has been quietly building an impressive career. The 25-year-old guard locked down a starting role for the Fever in 2024, bringing her trademark hustle and energy to every game. Last season, she averaged 5.5 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 1.1 assists—numbers that don’t exactly scream MVP but certainly cement her as a core piece of Indiana’s future.
And let’s not forget, Hull played a key role in snapping the Fever’s seven-year playoff drought. A little grit, a little grind, and voilà—Indiana fans finally had something to cheer about in October.
Boyfriend of the Year?
Hull celebrated her 25th birthday this past September, and Will Matthiessen didn’t miss a beat. He marked the occasion with an Instagram post featuring a slideshow of their greatest hits—boat rides, formal wear, even a pickleball match for the ages.
“The big 2-5. Happy Birthday Lex. Grateful for every moment with you ❤️,” Matthiessen wrote, proving once again that he’s a five-tool boyfriend: charming, athletic, thoughtful, and social media savvy.
Caitlin Clark, Hull’s close friend and WNBA Rookie of the Year, kept it short and sweet in the comments: “Slay.” Honestly, who needs Shakespeare when you have modern-day brevity?
What’s Next for Hull?
With the Fever’s season in the rearview mirror, Hull’s courtside appearance shows she’s taking a well-deserved breather. But don’t be fooled—come next season, she’ll be back on the grind, bringing her signature energy and that Stanford championship mentality to the Fever.
As for Matthiessen? Let’s hope he sticks around—whether it’s for his baseball prowess or his ability to post Instagram captions that melt hearts faster than a mid-summer Indiana sun.
Because let’s face it, behind every great WNBA star is a boyfriend who knows how to cheer, pose for selfies, and maybe even crush it in pickleball.
