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Nika Confirms “Last Ride”

oldude said:
Gonna miss Nika more than just about any Husky who’s ever suited up. Let’s all hope this year’s run in the postseason lasts a lot longer than expected and that Nika garners another 28+ assists in the process.
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And not to mention an NC. I am going to miss her. A real role model for all young players. Nika, best of luck.
 
MilfordHusky said:
Geno reportedly was chatting with Carla Berube about Kaitlyn Chen. That now make more sense.
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PRINCETON – Kaitlyn Chen has been named one of the United States Basketball Writer's Association (USBWA) Ann Meyers Drysdale National Players of the Week.

She joins the list with Kamilla Cardoso (South Carolina), Caitlin Clark (Iowa), Aaliyah Edwards (UConn) and Madison Hayes (NC State).

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Kaitlyn Chen Named One of USBWA's National Players of the Week - Princeton University Athletics

Kaitlyn Chen has been named one of the United States Basketball Writer's Association (USBWA) Ann Meyers Drysdale National Players of the Week.
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Nika really connected with many of us in a special way. Her early struggles, the tears on the bench, unsure and far from home, she was the underdog we chose to root for.

She provided effort, intensity, enthusiasm, personality, joy, spark, and much more. Her game developed, as did her leadership skills.

There is a special flair about her. You see it on and off the court. It draws people to her. Her exit images being the latest example!

We develop a bond with all of the UConn players over the years and years, but this one feels special.

The years fly by too quickly. I will miss her terribly.
 
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MilfordHusky said:
It was probably a loaner from the guy with the $3 million contract.
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Geez, I was thinking all the Cameo money I've sent her way. ;)

Nika's announcement isn't at all a knock-me-over-with-a-feather moment for me.

In a scant month she'll be my favorite former Husky. I was so excited when UConn announced they'd signed her and expected great things from her. She's performed as I'd expected, but she's exceeded in the heart department. And cussedness for that matter.
 
Hey! Nika has my car! I really wanted one but couldn’t turn down the 10 k tax credits for a Tesla. Oh well maybe she’ll give me a ride.
Nika has impressed from day one and I continue to be amazed with her command of the language barely any accent left
Well she’s still got some work to do. Go Nika!
 
Huskee11 said:
Nika really connected with many of us in a special way. Her early struggles, the tears on the bench, unsure and far from home, she was the underdog we chose to root for.

She provided effort, intensity, enthusiasm, personality, joy, spark, and much more. Her game developed, as did her leadership skills.

There is a special flair about her. You see it on and off the court. It draws people to her. Her exit images being the latest example!

We develop a bond with all of the UConn players over the years and years, but this one feels special.

The years fly by too quickly. I will miss her terribly.
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Nika leads the nation in emotions and facial expressions. Love that girl!
 
oldude said:
Gonna miss Nika more than just about any Husky who’s ever suited up. Let’s all hope this year’s run in the postseason lasts a lot longer than expected and that Nika garners another 28+ assists in the process.
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I predict that number is broken before the end of the Big East Tournament. Moriah is a favorite of mine, but Nika deserves to have her name atop the record books and to go down as one of the great UConn PGs.
 
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Centerstream said:
I am soooooo amazed at how great Nika has become as a UConn Husky. I still remember during her freshman season when she was pulled from the game, had a serious "conversation" with Coach and went to her seat and was in tears. IMO, she had two choices to make at that exact moment.
I think there are many here that are so happy that she made the correct choice!!!
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I was going to bring this up from her freshman year and you did it so well. Thanks
 
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Nika is doing it the right way. Play your 4 years, then move over and let the next wave take over. Every player that UConn recruits has options and waiting another year behind a player that has used their 4 isn't a good one for them. It might give you a chance to win but it also alters the future of the program in a very negative way. The exception is when you have a player that misses a year because of an injury or takes a year to do work in her church.

I will enjoy the last month of Nika as a Husky but will always respect the way she plays the game.
 
Knew it was coming but still is kind of sad..to watch this girl develope into a 2x BEDPOY and hopefully the all time assists leader is just amazing.She'll go down as one of the greatest pg in Uconn history.Hope you bring as much joy and happiness to your next endeavor that you brought to Uconn nation
 
Like a lot of people here, Nika's leaving hits a little different in the feels department. I loved her from the jump. Her heart. Her drive. Her will to succeed. Despite the naysayers, Nika proved that she belongs among the UConn legends. Not many players embrace their roles on a team. Nika stepped up when we needed a leader the most and has been that Player. Thank you, Nika. Wishing you all the best.
 
Headed for the WNBA draft:
Anyone have a prediction as to when she might be selected...and/or a team that might
be a good fit?
 
Figured Nika would go back to Croatia to play.
Gonna miss that girl and her intensity
They come & go, but leave their mark on UCONN WCBB.
 
Oh man, just adore her and her gritty drive, effort, and take no prisoners approach. At least we get to enjoy her in a UCONN uni for a few more weeks. Thank you Nika for everything.....you are one special person and player.
 
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