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Aaliyah is going to the WNBA

AE has been a quiet (at least as the national media is concerned) and SOLID rock for UConn through the past few years of injuries, setbacks, and challenges. She's been an exceptional representative of the team, the program, and the university, as well as an outstanding post player who's really grown into her role as a consistent two-way threat.

I'm really excited to see her take the next step as a pro; she deserves all good things.
 
Aaliyah has been a true joy to watch. Her growth and maturation over the past four years has been remarkable, and one cannot say enough about what a warrior and workhorse she's been. She's been such an easy person to root for.

Thank you, Aaliyah. You're just getting started.
 
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The deacon said:
Wanna whisper it to us, Bone Dog?;)
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Rowdy831 said:
I think every player should move on once they have played their 4 years. It isn't fair to the new recruits for people to hang on and take their time and unfortunately too many coaches will allow them to stay when they should tell them to move on and play elsewhere if they want to play another year in college. I know with players of AE's caliber it is tough but that is the only way the character of the game moves forward.
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They usually do, but everyone got the extra year due to COVID, with Paige's class being the last to be able to play the additional year.
 
and one said:
In her Freshman year AE was lacked some skills but showed a lot of promise. As a Sophomore she kind of got lost. And then the switch turned to On and she never looked back. She's among the best to suit up for UConn. No way she doesn't carve out a long, successful pro career.

I'm of the opinion that the minutes she donates to next year's team can't but enter into Strong's decision. With AE gone she'd have to play her way out of significant floor time.
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This announcement was expected.

Aaliyah was a joy to watch as she developed her game. A true warrior in the UConn tradition.

I wish her all the best in the WNBA. Some say she may get drafted by Minnesota. That would be a terrific spot for her. Not Dallas.

And I do get what the next announcement may be. My exact thoughts all along.
 
huskeynut said:
This announcement was expected.

Aaliyah was a joy to watch as she developed her game. A true warrior in the UConn tradition.

I wish her all the best in the WNBA. Some say she may get drafted by Minnesota. That would be a terrific spot for her. Not Dallas.

And I do get what the next announcement may be. My exact thoughts all along.
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I would prefer Minnesota to Dallas, though Dallas has Lou and Crystal. I'm not sure either team needs a power forward.
 
I'll bet that she'd like to play for the LA Sparks & would fit right in.
They have the 2, 4, 8, & 28th pick in the WNBA Draft this year.
 
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and one said:
In her Freshman year AE was lacked some skills but showed a lot of promise. As a Sophomore she kind of got lost. And then the switch turned to On and she never looked back. She's among the best to suit up for UConn. No way she doesn't carve out a long, successful pro career.
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IMO the 2nd half of her soph year she was terrfic.
 
hoophuskee said:
IMO the 2nd half of her soph year she was terrfic.
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I agree with you, though she did appear distracted during the first half of that sophomore year and I have often wondered whether being on the National team that summer affected her preparations for the fall. She played about 15 min. a game during the AmeriCup but she hardly played in the Olympics.
 
She’s just a remarkable young person. I loved her the first game I saw her play in. AE is a gifted athlete and will be an amazing pro. She worked hard to improve her skill set. I wonder what her fastest mile time is! Now it’s tournament time and time to shine her light for ALL to see…
 
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Her amazing improvement at UConn is clear indication she'll do well as a pro. Like all the UConn elites who preceded her, she'll be a great represenstative for Husky Nation.
Thank you Aaliyah for the awsome memories. Farewell.
The door's now open for Sarah.
 
BobbyJ said:
They all do move on AFTER they’ve played their 4 years which is all they’re allowed. They only get a 5th year if they’ve lost one due to injury or illness. The Covid year was a one year exception which they have a perfect right to use. But Griffin is the only one using it and for a good reason. No coach with any integrity tells a valued member of a team to leave before their eligibility is up. Unless they’re lacking in integrity.
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Or your name is John Calipari or Rick Pitino....or both...
 
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