In a heart-wrenching announcement that has left the WNBA community in collective grief, Indiana Fever guard Lexie Hull revealed the sudden passing of her beloved father, Jason Hull, on November 30, 2025. The 26-year-old athlete, known for her sharpshooting prowess and unbreakable spirit on the court, shared the devastating news via an emotional Instagram post late Friday evening, sending ripples of sorrow through fans, teammates, and the broader basketball world.
“Today, we said goodbye to the man who taught us everything—my dad, Jason Hull,” Lexie wrote, her words raw with vulnerability. Accompanied by a black-and-white photo of Jason in his Whitworth University jersey, the post captured the essence of a father whose passion for basketball ignited a family legacy. “You coached us from the sidelines, pushed us to dream bigger, and loved us fiercer than anyone. Rest easy, Dad. We’ll carry your fire forever.” The message, which garnered over 500,000 likes within hours, included a family portrait featuring Lexie’s identical twin sister, Lacie—also a former Stanford standout—and their mother, Jaime, all bound by Jason’s enduring influence.
Jason Hull, 58, was more than a devoted parent; he was a Division III All-American small forward at Whitworth University, where he earned accolades in 1994 for his tenacious play and leadership. Hailing from a lineage of hoopers—his own father, John, starred at Western Washington—Jason channeled that heritage into coaching his daughters from third grade onward. Alongside friend Ron Hawkins, he guided Lexie and Lacie through AAU circuits with the Lady Cubs, instilling discipline and joy in every dribble. “He raised us with a twin’s mindset,” Lexie once reflected in an interview, crediting Jason’s own twin brother for shaping his empathetic approach to parenting. Off the court, Jason was a pillar in Liberty Lake, Washington, cheering at Central Valley High School state championships where Lexie led her undefeated senior squad to glory, averaging 20.4 points and earning MVP honors.
The timing of this loss cuts deep. Just weeks ago, Lexie helped Rose BC claim the inaugural Unrivaled 3×3 championship, a triumph she dedicated to her family’s unwavering support. As the Fever gear up for a 2026 title push—bolstered by stars like Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston—teammates rallied online. Clark posted, “Lex, your strength is our strength. Jason’s legacy lives in every shot you take. Here for you always.” Commissioner Cathy Engelbert echoed the sentiment: “The WNBA family mourns with Lexie. Jason’s impact on women’s basketball echoes through generations.”
Funeral services are set for December 5 in Spokane, with a public memorial planned at Whitworth University. Tributes poured in from across the league: Napheesa Collier called Jason “the unsung architect of champions,” while Stanford coach Tara VanDerveer remembered him as “the dad who made practices feel like playtime.” As Lexie navigates this unimaginable pain, her resilience—forged in Jason’s gym—shines brighter. In her words, “Grief is just love with no place to go.” For now, the basketball world pauses, honoring a man whose greatest victory was raising warriors.
