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Basketball was far from the only thing on LSU star Angel Reese’s mind after her group’s 94-87 loss to Iowa in Monday’s Elite Eight video game of the 2024 NCAA ladies’s competition.
“I simply attempt to remain strong,” she informed press reporters“I’ve been through a lot. I’ve seen a lot. I’ve been assaulted numerous times. Death hazards, I’ve been sexualized, I’ve been threatened. I’ve been many things, and I’ve stood strong every time.
… I’m still human. All this has actually taken place given that I won the championship game, and I stated recently, I have not enjoyed ever since.”
Reese’s colleagues had her back.
“Everybody can have their viewpoint on Angel Reese,” Flau’jae Johnson informed press reporters“But, y’ all do not understand her. Y’ all do not understand Angel Reese. I understand Angel Reese. I understand the genuine Angel Reese. And the individual I see every day is a strong individual. She’s a caring and caring individual.”
Hailey Van Lith likewise used her assistance for her colleague:
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