TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) – Tonie Morgan found out her WNBA fate on Monday night as the point guard was selected with the second pick of the third round, 32nd overall, in the WNBA Draft.
Family and friends at her draft party exploded with excitement when her name popped up on the screen. Morgan just happy that it’s official: she’s going to the WNBA.
“Growing up you dream for this moment and I’m just excited that it happened,” she said. “I’m ready for Chicago, let’s go.”
Morgan played on the hardwood at Florida High’s Bob Albertson Gym just four years ago. The Tallahassee native is grateful for her roots, many of whom attended Morgan’s party to support her on draft night.
“I’m glad that everyone was here to support me and they’re all happy for me,” said Morgan. “It’s amazing to know that you have this amazing village behind you.”
Through playing with Georgia Tech for three years and then Kentucky for her senior year, Morgan has developed her game to be a pass-first guard. She ranked second in the nation this season in assists per game with 7.9.
“This is a unique story and I’m glad it’s mine,” she said
So it’s onto Chicago and it looks to be a good fit for Morgan. The Sky have three guards well into the back half of their careers. The Kentucky senior is excited for her next opportunity, but is focused on the present.
“I can’t wait for this next journey but I’ll take it one day at a time,” said Morgan. “I still have to take it day by day and still have to graduate and just focus on training camp and making my impact noticable.”
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