Baylor Bears standout Darianna Littlepage-Buggs is not only leading her team on the court but also making waves off it. The sophomore forward has emerged as the heartbeat of the Baylor women’s basketball program during the 2024–25 season. Despite missing eight games due to a knee injury, Littlepage-Buggs returned with fire, averaging a career-high field goal percentage of over 50% and solidifying her presence in the paint with consistent scoring and rebounding.
Her resilience and leadership helped guide Baylor to a No. 2 seed in the Big 12 Tournament. Coaches and fans alike have praised her maturity and work ethic, calling her the “emotional leader” of the squad. Her ability to make clutch plays under pressure and mentor younger teammates sets her apart as a complete player.
Off the court, Littlepage-Buggs turned heads by landing a witty NIL deal with Raid, the insecticide brand. The deal plays off her last name “Buggs,” and was creatively packaged as the “Buggs and Roach” campaign alongside Baylor men’s guard Jeremy Roach. It’s a playful but savvy partnership that shows her charisma and marketability.
With her continued dominance and growing profile, Darianna Littlepage-Buggs is becoming a symbol of the modern student-athlete—tough, talented, and brand-ready.
