Rookie seasons in women’s college basketball can be unpredictable. Sometimes overhyped players can disappoint, while under-the-radar recruits can breakout and make folks take notice. Every season though, the freshman class seems to produce new star power for the sport.
Last year was no different. Mikayla Blakes made Vanderbilt must-watch by the end of the season after twice surpassing the 50-point mark and powering the Commodores to the NCAA Tournament. Sarah Strong continuously reminded fans why she was the No. 1 recruit in her class at UConn, displaying her versatile do-it-all skillset and playing a key role for the Huskies as they captured the national championship. BYU’s Delaney Gibb quickly established
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