Mambacita would have been 16 today
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Didn't know either father or daughter, but if some of what I read is accurate, we lost a couple of needed WBB building blocks and fine human beings.
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Still missing those 2 in my avatar. Love to Vanessa and the other girls!
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A great deal of love between these two. Kobe's life in retirement from playing took on a new focus and identity as he strove to support Gigi in her dreams of writing her own story, first step being a Husky. She had her dad's drive, love of the game and his fall away jump shot - and the hearts of those who saw her play. This is a beautiful shot of them, a joyful Gigi and her devoted dad.
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I hope she will be given some recognition on UConn's wall of greats when her high school class gets ready to enter college. And wouldn't it be nice if the team honored its outstanding freshman player each year with an award in her name.
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Gigi Bryant always wanted to be a UConn Husky. Now, she'll be one forever | CNN
It was well known that Mambacita wanted to be a University of Connecticut Husky, and on Monday she became an honorary member of the most decorated team in women's college basketball.
Gianna Bryant, teammates chosen as honorary picks in WNBA draft
Gianna Bryant and two of her teammates -- Alyssa Altobelli and Payton Chester -- who were among nine people killed in a January helicopter crash in California along with NBA legend Kobe Bryant, on Friday were named honorary selections in the WNBA draft.