Geno Auriemma had earlier made it clear that no one player would be able to fill the void in leadership after Paige Bueckers’ exit. “ It’s a big adjustment, I think, for me, I think for the team, ” he had said. And while Azzi Fudd is the next in line in everyone’s mind, Sarah Strong and Ashlynn Shade will be leaned on a lot as well. Especially, Strong. At least, for Geno. After all, he’s lately been pushing her more to face uncomfortable scenarios, like talking to the media.

In a recent interview, the Hall of Fame coach further opened up about how hard it is to create a leader. However, with Sarah Strong, all those efforts will be worth it. “The hardest thing to do is make somebody into a leader. You just have to hopefully give them the tools and let them run with it. Some don’t want a

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