Syracuse, N.Y. -- Former women’s basketball star Tiana Mangakahia died earlier this week at 30 years old following a fight with cancer, according to her family.

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“We are heartbroken to share the passing of our beautiful Tiana Mangakahia,” her family wrote. “She left us on (Tuesday), surrounded by family, friends and lots of love. Tiana was a shining light who touched the lives of everyone she met with her kindness, strength, and warmth.

She fought right till the very end, showing courage and grace beyond words. Though our hearts ache without her, her legacy and the love she gave will stay with us forever.”

Mangakahia is one of the more memorable figures in Syracuse women’s basketball history, a credit to

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