Earlier this year, the NCAA women’s basketball tournament made headlines when Angel Reese, a standout player for the LSI Tigers, went viral for taunting Caitlin Clark of the Iowa Hawkeyes during the championship game. Despite the incident receiving significant attention, Reese recently admitted during an interview on the Jennifer Hudson show that she wishes the focus had been more on the game itself.
Reese acknowledged that winning the championship was an incredible achievement that required a lot of hard work and dedication. She emphasized that the team had poured their heart and soul into the competition, and she hoped that people would appreciate the magnitude of their accomplishment. Although she was pleased that her taunting incident garnered attention, Reese hoped that the game itself would receive more recognition.
In spite of the controversy, Reese remains a national champion, and she is proud to be receiving a ring for her achievements. The incident between Reese and Clark may have sparked a conversation on social media, but Reese’s ultimate goal was to highlight the skill and determination required to become a champion.
Angel Reese says 'frustrating' drama with Caitlin Clark overshadowed LSU's championship https://t.co/oiaUff0O07
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