Kyla Hayes is a rookie Red Storm forward with upside and a workhorse frame
In the 2025-26 season, Kyla Hayes has given St. John’s a 6-foot freshman forward who’s learning the college game on the fly, appearing in 13 games and averaging 1.5 points and 1.0 rebounds in limited minutes. Her appeal is less about the box score and more about the profile: a dynamic, highly regarded New York prospect with size, toughness, and room to grow into a reliable Big East frontcourt piece. If a team wants instant polish, she’s not there yet; if it wants a long-term upside bet with local pedigree, she’s a sensible add.
