I think we're all pulling hard for Courtney, while simultaneously sober about the harsh realities attendant, especially this year, upon earning floor minutes. The competition from the Freshmen will be fierce, especially, I think, from Napheesa, who looks to be a special talent. Courtney's one realistic chance to be a real contributor, and to position herself well for her Junior and Senior years, lies in proving that she can come off the bench and reliably drain some big threes when the offense could use a bit of a lift. That's a tall order, but, as we've seen, Notre Dame always seems to have a player who can effectively fill that role, and minutes will always be available for such a contributor. Being an effective role player on a championship caliber team is no small thing, and I hope that this pathway is one she earns.
