Here’s the public statement issued by Elena Delle Donne today regarding her decision not to enroll at UConn
“I have decided that in the best interest of both UConn and myself that I will not play college basketball this year. Both UConn and I require a 100% dedication to the sport, and as of now I feel I can not give that level of commitment. It therefore would be unfair to the excellent program, Coach Geno Auriemma, the team, and UConn fans for me to play.
Coach Auriemma and the team have been extremely understanding during this time of my transition from high school to college, and I thank them for that. I am especially grateful to Coach Auriemma whose kind wisdom has shown me why UConn is such a class program.
I intend to enroll at the University of Delaware for my freshman year this fall.”
Elena DelleDonne
Prolly the best thing for Elena Della Donne is to just slip into the fabric of college life and not be involved in anything but her studies. IF ever there was a kid that has had her life messed up by all the pressures of excelling in a sport at a young age i’m guessing it’s Elena. Good luck to Elena. I hope she has some fun in college.