The evolution of women’s college basketball
Related media - Connected media My initial encounter with the emotional impact of sports writing occurred during my seventh-grade year. UConn had just completed an incredible season, achieving a perfect 39-0 record and securing its third national championship in eight years. I eagerly awaited the arrival of Sports Illustrated. When the magazine finally landed in my mailbox, I was greeted by Maryland’s Juan Dixon on the cover, while the top of the April 8, 2002 issue boldly proclaimed: “The AMAZING WOMEN of UConn, Pg. 44.” I quickly bypassed the usual “Faces in the Crowd” section, which, in 2002, often featured…
