Hanna and Haley Cavinder (popularly known as the **Cavinder Twins**) are well-known American basketball players and social media personalities. They became famous not only for their skills on the court but also as pioneer athletes who maximized earnings during the initial launch of the NCAA’s Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) policy.
Here is a breakdown of their career, social media presence, and what they are up to:### College Basketball Career* **Fresno State (2019–2022):** Both twins started their collegiate careers at Fresno State, where they immediately became standout players. Haley was named the Mountain West Player of the Year in 2021.*
**University of Miami (2022–2023):** They transferred to the Miami Hurricanes for the 2022–23 season, helping lead the team to a historic run to the Elite Eight in the NCAA Tournament.
* **The Retirement & Return:** After the 2023 season, they initially announced they were stepping away from college basketball to pursue business opportunities. However, they later decided to return to the court.### NIL Pioneers & BusinessWhen the NCAA allowed student-athletes to sign brand deals, Hanna and Haley were among the very first to sign major contracts.
Because of their massive digital footprint, they secured deals with huge brands like Boost Mobile, WWE, Under Armour, and Raising Cane’s, making them some of the highest-earning female athletes in college sports.
### Social Media PresenceThe twins share a joint TikTok account (`@cavindertwins`) with millions of followers, where they post dance videos, basketball clips, fitness routines, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of their daily lives.
They also run a successful YouTube channel and host a podcast where they talk about sports, business, and lifestyle.