ESPYs

[Stoli]

On the social media front Paige added 11K followers on IG yesterday

 

[Bald Husky]

The world is a better place with people like Maya. We have been so blessed to witness one of basketballs greatest stars playing in our arena for 4 years. She walked away at the height of her career, already a Hall of Famer, to make a difference, not just in the basketball world, but for all mankind. She is a role model for every human being that know of her, and will forever be one of the most favorite people I have had the privilege of watching grow. Congrats Maya.

 

[UConnCat]

 

[meyers7]

You need to remember that this is personal for Bueckers too. Her younger brother, Drew, is bi-racial.

 

[FormerCTrez]

All I’ll add to this is that Paige Bueckers’ parents, siblings, family, friends, coaches, teammates, and all other associates should be very proud of her.

Congratulations Paige!

 

[FormerCTrez]

Congratulations to Maya, Stewie and Paige on their wins last night. Once again, you’ve made UCONN nation proud. Keep on shining.

 

[UConnCat]

 

[AmeriConn]

Congratulations still goes out to Crystal Dangerfield for her nomination. She had very tough competition in her category. We are very proud of you!

 

[Bigboote]

You need to remember that this is personal for Bueckers too. Her younger brother, Drew, is bi-racial.

Yes, I was surprised that when asked where this came from, Paige didn’t mention her step mother. (Of course, they could have an agreement that Paige doesn’t bring her family into the spotlight.)

“Celebrating other people’s success doesn’t diminish yours.” That’s a winning attitude.

 

[Kaizen]

Not sure any college freshman can break Paige's awards,

• ESPY Best College Athlete, Women's Sports (2021)
• AP Player of the Year (2021)
• Naismith Player of the Year (2021)
• USBWA National Player of the Year (2021)
• John R. Wooden Award (2021)
• Nancy Lieberman Award (2021)
• First-team All-American – AP, USBWA (2021)
• WBCA Coaches' All-American (2021)
• USBWA National Co-Freshman of the Year (2021)
• WBCA Co-Freshman of the Year (2021)
• Big East Player of the Year (2021)
• First-team All-Big East (2021)
• Big East Freshman of the Year (2021)
• Big East Tournament MOP (2021)
• Gatorade National Player of the Year (2020)
• Morgan Wootten Player of the Year (2020)
• Naismith Prep Player of the Year (2020)
• McDonald's All-American (2020)
• Minnesota Miss Basketball (2020)
• USA Basketball Female Athlete of the Year (2019)
• FIBA Under-19 Women's World Cup MVP (2019)

 

[Kaizen]

Yes, I was surprised that when asked where this came from, Paige didn’t mention her step mother. (Of course, they could have an agreement that Paige doesn’t bring her family into the spotlight.)

“Celebrating other people’s success doesn’t diminish yours.” That’s a winning attitude.

Paige with her father and 2 young brothers and sister.

 

[oldude]

Wonderful night for Paige and UConn WBB. In life, timing is everything. Yesterday, in front of a national tv audience, Paige was named the Female College Athlete of the Year, and then hit it out of the park with an incredible speech. Tomorrow, she can begin signing endorsement deals under Connecticut’s new NIL law.

 

[bschwartz]

Looks like UConn won the ESPYs

 

[Remi1220]

Great quote "Celebrating other's success doesn't diminish yours". Her real life selflessness translates to her on court play...pass first mentality and just as excited or more when a team mate makes a great play. Been watching her since her junior year in high school and she has never changed...even with all her success. Cudos to her parents and those around her.

 

[Centerstream]

For these things they normally don't waste the time of the losing candidates by inviting them out. She almost certainly won.

Um, at least 2 of the other 3 nominees were there...

 

[UConnCat]

 

[Luckystrike]

She gets a lot of media coverage because she is special. Her best friend has already gotten a ton of media coverage before ever playing a minute in college for the same reason, and she's not white.

The fact that Azzi is lucky enough to receive the media she deserves does not change the fact that MOST black women (players) don’t. What an irresponsible and tone deaf comment.

 

[FormerCTrez]

Congratulations still goes out to Crystal Dangerfield for her nomination. She had very tough competition in her category. We are very proud of you!

AmeriConn, thanks for the reminder about Crystal, I’d completely forgotten about her.
Congrats to Maya, Stewie, Crystal and Paige. UConn nation loves you!

 

[ABCDFE]

Yes, I was surprised that when asked where this came from, Paige didn’t mention her step mother. (Of course, they could have an agreement that Paige doesn’t bring her family into the spotlight.)

“Celebrating other people’s success doesn’t diminish yours.” That’s a winning attitude.

Paige is genuine and a beautiful person. She deserves everything she gets.

 

[GoUconn7961]

My heart is bursting for Breanna, Paige and Maya. I’m as proud as if they were my own. What glorious young women. I bet Geno thinks so too.

 

[Heytherego]

Yes, I was surprised that when asked where this came from, Paige didn’t mention her step mother. (Of course, they could have an agreement that Paige doesn’t bring her family into the spotlight.)

“Celebrating other people’s success doesn’t diminish yours.” That’s a winning attitude.

I genuinely think she didn’t bring it up because she didn’t want to make it about herself. Also could have just been the fact she was nervous, a kid and wasn’t able to prepare for the questions before

 

[Heytherego]

 

[eebmg]

 

[Kaizen]

People are asking what brand sneaker Paige wore last night,

Note:
The doctor said no heels, so I put Alexander McQueen on my wheels BLESSED BLESSED BLESSED #espys2021

 

[Alydar]

The fact that Azzi is lucky enough to receive the media she deserves does not change the fact that MOST black women (players) don’t. What an irresponsible and tone deaf comment.

And most white players get little or no attention from the media. The media responds to what the advertisers want. They pay the bills. But try and say that corporate America is biased and they will crucify you in the media that they own.

Personally I applaud anyone who stands up for something. I worked for causes when I was in school. I wish them well. I no longer have faith in causes except for personal ones, like Moore's.