Christmas Day is rapidly approaching, which means The Athletic’s “winners and losers” across the sports world are officially out to put a bow on this year’s calendar.
Specifically in the women’s sports category, this year can’t be topped without a mention of Dallas Wings star guard Paige Bueckers. Before eventually becoming the No. 1 overall selection by the Wings in this year’s WNBA Draft, Bueckers led the UConn Huskies and her former coach, Geno Auriemma, to a national title win.
The achievement put Bueckers and Auriemma on the “gift” list, making their holiday season a little bit extra special.
“Entering the 2024-25 season, the pressure on Paige Bueckers — already a national Player of the Year and multi-time All-American — was mounting to end the drought and cement her Huskies’ legacy with the ultimate crown,” Sabreena Merchant wrote.
Paige Bueckers’ Success Isn’t Secretive