Before she was known as the "World’s Tallest Model," Lisina was a formidable force on the basketball court. Growing up in a family with deep roots in the sport—both her parents were involved in professional basketball—her path seemed destined. Standing tall, she possessed a natural advantage that led her to the pinnacle of Russian athletics. Her sporting achievements include:
In 2017, Lisina officially retired from basketball to pursue her lifelong dream of modeling. She quickly gained international notoriety by securing multiple titles in the , including: ekaterina lisina