Taiye Bello, a former Gopher women’s basketball player, has died.
“We are saddened to hear about the passing of Gopher Women’s Basketball alumna, Taiye Bello,” The University of Minnesota women’s basketball team wrote on X on Friday. “Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends during this difficult time.
Bello played forward for the Gophers from 2016-2020. In her junior year, she averaged more than 11 rebounds per game.
Bello was born in Southfield, Mich., in 1998. She and her twin sister, Kehinde, were part of Southfield-Lathrup High School’s final senior class before the school’s closing. Kehinde Bello also played for the Gophers.
A 2017 University of Minnesota release about Taiye Bello said she majored in computer science.
A cause of death was not announced.
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It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of Taiye Bello, former Gopher basketball standout. Bello was a beloved member of the University of Minnesota women’s basketball team, known for her tenacity on the court and her infectious spirit off of it.
Bello’s impact on the program was undeniable, as she consistently displayed a strong work ethic and dedication to her craft. Her passion for the game inspired her teammates and coaches alike, and her presence will be sorely missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Bello’s family and loved ones during this difficult time. May her memory live on through the countless lives she touched and the legacy she leaves behind. Rest in peace, Taiye Bello. You will always be remembered as a shining star in the Gopher basketball community.
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