Stephen F. Austin’s Thomas Walkup solidified himself as one of the NCAA tournament’s most impactful players after dropping 33 in the 70-56 upset win over third-seeded West Virginia. His bushy ass beard and striking resemblance to Bryce Harper and Andy Dalton’s man child has made him the most recognizable face of the tournament, even after he saw his team lose to Notre Dame on a last second tip in.
The three-time Southland Conference MVP also seems to be succeeding off the court as well, if we’re judging by his hot girlfriend, SFA women’s basketball player Taylor Schippers. According to Busted Coverage, Taylor finished her senior season as the second leader on the team, at 11 ppg.
A girl who can ball outta control and rock a bikini with the best of ’em is, and will always be, okay in my book.
[h/t Busted Coverage]