Paige Bueckers opens up about the responsibility she feels on her shoulders at UConn

University of Connecticut sensation Paige Bueckers has opened up about the weight of responsibility she feels leading the Huskies this season. Widely regarded as one of the brightest talents in women's college basketball, Bueckers has embraced the expectations placed upon her, understanding that her influence extends well beyond the court.

After missing the 2022-23 season due to a painful ACL injury, Bueckers is back, more determined than ever to live up to her potential and help UConn claim another NCAA title.

Bueckers has become the face of UConn women's basketball, a team with a legacy of championships and elite players, such as Diana Taurasi and Maya Moore. But with that position comes immense pressure, something Bueckers is acutely aware of.

"I feel like I have to show up not just for my team but for everyone who's believed in me through this journey," Bueckers shared in a recent interview. She knows that her return has been highly anticipated and is grateful for the support, yet she also feels a deep sense of duty to meet high standards and push the team forward.



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