On a typical afternoon at Chick-fil-A, Myah Epps is just another customer waiting in line. But within minutes, she's recognized by an employee who wraps her in a gentle hug, back brace and all, whispering, "I pray for you every day."

This kind of attention isn't entirely new for the Homestead High School senior, whose basketball skills have made her a local legend. The 5-foot-10 combo guard has been turning heads since she first stepped on the court, and her recent journey has only amplified that spotlight.

Over four seasons at Homestead, Epps amassed an impressive 1,560 points, 445 assists, and 217 steals. She led the Spartans to three consecutive sectional championships from 2023 to 2025 and secured a regional title in 2024—the program's first since 2017. Her talent caught the eye of top college programs, and she committed to Louisville as a junior. Now ranked 70th nationally by ESPN and named an Indiana All-Star after her senior season, Epps is ready for the next level.

But her path to the big stage nearly ended in tragedy.

On the morning of March 13, Epps was driving to school when another SUV T-boned her Hyundai Santa Fe. Her vehicle rolled three times before coming to a stop nearly 200 feet away, outside a Walgreens. The crash was devastating, and the fact that she survived is something her family calls nothing short of a miracle.

"The Lord and a seatbelt saved her," says her father, Lonnie Epps, his voice filled with gratitude. "She always has a smile on her face. That's just her demeanor."

Her mother, Danielle, echoes that sentiment, noting how Myah has always been magnetic. "She was kind of like that before—a lot of people knew her anyway," she says with a laugh over lunch. "But yeah, she's a rockstar now."

For Epps, the crash has brought a new perspective on life and basketball. The game she's dedicated years to now feels like a gift rather than a given. As she prepares to join the Louisville Cardinals, she carries with her not just the stats and accolades, but a deeper appreciation for every moment on the court.

And while the attention from strangers might still feel a little overwhelming, Epps is learning to embrace it. After all, if there's one thing this experience has taught her, it's that life—and the game she loves—is worth every second.