For the young folks (less than 60) on the board who might be interested in the early years of modern women's basketball.
Person behind the Wade Trophy:
The two powerhouses of the time were Immaculata College and Delta State University. Both teams have been inducted into the Women's Basketball HOF.
Trailblazers of the Game Recipients by Year - Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame
Lusia "Lucy" Harris "2nd from the Left" in the picture above was the first female ever officially drafted by the NBA.
Lusia Harris - Wikipedia
Had the pleasure of attending several games between them and only current rivalry I can relate it would have be the early years of the UConn and UT. The two programs really didn't care for each other.
Person behind the Wade Trophy:
The two powerhouses of the time were Immaculata College and Delta State University. Both teams have been inducted into the Women's Basketball HOF.
Trailblazers of the Game Recipients by Year - Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame
Lusia "Lucy" Harris "2nd from the Left" in the picture above was the first female ever officially drafted by the NBA.
Lusia Harris - Wikipedia
Had the pleasure of attending several games between them and only current rivalry I can relate it would have be the early years of the UConn and UT. The two programs really didn't care for each other.