If there’s one thing we’ve learned from Aliyah Boston, it’s that she never misses an opportunity to sprinkle a little sass, even when dishing out compliments. The Indiana Fever phenom turned heads Thursday with her two-word Instagram story honoring her former South Carolina teammate Bree Hall, who just added “college graduate” to her list of accolades.
Hall, who’s been busy collecting championships like they’re souvenir mugs, celebrated her big day in style, posting a carousel of graduation pictures on Instagram. From flexing in front of Colonial Life Arena to radiating in her cap and gown, Hall captioned her post with the fitting phrase:
“Educated and elevated 💐👩🏽🎓.”
The reaction? Aliyah Boston, ever the queen of understated wit, reposted Hall’s post with the succinct (and dare we say, a tad sarcastic) reaction:
“So grown.”
And let’s not forget the tearful emojis she added for good measure. Whether it was genuine pride or a subtle jab at how time flies, Boston’s story oozed personality.
From Championship Glory to Graduation Glamor
Boston and Hall’s bond dates back to their time wreaking havoc on the court for the South Carolina Gamecocks. Together, they snagged an NCAA title in 2022 during Hall’s freshman year, before coming up just short of another championship run the following season.
Since then, Boston has gone on to become the face of the Indiana Fever, earning WNBA Rookie of the Year honors in 2023 and leading her squad to the playoffs. Meanwhile, Hall has continued to shine at South Carolina, most recently helping the team win another NCAA championship earlier this year by toppling Caitlin Clark and the Iowa Hawkeyes in the finals.
Aliyah Boston vs. Caitlin Clark: Rivals Turned Teammates
Speaking of Caitlin Clark, Boston had some words for her too—but this time, the tone was decidedly softer. Clark, now Boston’s teammate on the Indiana Fever, is set to have her iconic No. 22 jersey retired by the Iowa Hawkeyes on February 2, 2025.
For those keeping score, that’s the same Caitlin Clark who squared off against Boston’s alma mater in two consecutive NCAA Finals. But bygones are bygones in the pros, apparently. Boston took to Instagram to share her excitement for Clark’s upcoming honor, writing:
“It’s always Go Cocks, but so happy for you sista ❤️❤️ Congrats and Go Hawks for today 😭.”
Yes, you read that right—Boston gave Clark a full day off from the Gamecocks vs. Hawkeyes rivalry. The camaraderie between the two former adversaries is as refreshing as it is unexpected, showing that even fierce competitors can find common ground once they’re rocking the same jersey.
The Bigger Picture
Whether she’s hyping up a former teammate, congratulating a current one, or throwing out sly quips on Instagram, Aliyah Boston continues to prove that she’s not just a dominant force on the court but also a master of mixing humor, heart, and humility off it.
As Bree Hall basks in the glow of her hard-earned accomplishment, you can bet Boston will be there—cheering her on, throwing in a little shade, and reminding us all why sports are as much about relationships as they are about rivalries.
Here’s to Aliyah, Bree, Caitlin, and all the moments that make sports so wonderfully human—and hilariously entertaining.
