Leilani Mitchell
- Born
- Jun 15, 1985age 41
- height
- 5'5" (or 165 cm)
- body type
- Average
- nationality
- American), (Australian
Career
Active 2008 – present
Biography
About Leilani Mitchell
Leilani Seamah Mitchell, born June 15, 1985, is an American-Australian professional basketball player. She was drafted 25th overall by the Phoenix Mercury in the 2008 WNBA draft. Mitchell is a dual citizen of the United States and Australia. She plays for the Southside Flyers of the Women's National Basketball League (WNBL) and is a member of the Australian women's national team, the Opals. In 2019, she became the first WNBA player to win the Most Improved Player Award twice. She competed at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics with the Opals. At 5'5" and 145 lbs, she has an average build. She has been active since 2008, over 18 years. She is open about her sexuality as a lesbian. Her Instagram following has grown to 20k.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 2008-present (started around 23 years old; 18 years active)
- Birthplace
- Washington, United States
- Ethnicity
- Mixed-race (primarily Black)
- Sexuality
- Lesbian
Body
- Hair Color
- Brown
- Eye Color
- Brown
- Weight
- 145 lbs (or 66 kg)
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Extra
- Instagram Followers
- 20k (as of March 2026)
Frequently asked
What is Leilani Mitchell's dual nationality?
Leilani Mitchell holds dual citizenship of the United States and Australia, which is why she can represent Australia internationally while playing in American leagues.
Has Leilani Mitchell played in the Olympics?
Yes, she was a member of the Australian Opals team at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
What is significant about her 2019 Most Improved Player win?
She became the first WNBA player to win the Most Improved Player Award twice, with her second win in 2019.
Did you know
- First WNBA player to win the Most Improved Player Award twice.
- Drafted 25th overall in the 2008 WNBA draft by the Phoenix Mercury.
- Played for the Australian Opals at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
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