Gabbie Marshall is etched in the college basketball lore because of what she contributed to a historic Iowa Hawkeye group over the past several years. Marshall’s basketball career is over as she’ll be moving to North Carolina to pursue a Masters in occupational therapy.

 Gabbie Marshall is etched in the college basketball lore because of what she contributed to a historic Iowa Hawkeye group over the past several years. Marshall’s basketball career is over as she’ll be moving to North Carolina to pursue a Masters in occupational therapy.

On Sunday afternoon, Marshall, who has now been removed from basketball for six weeks, has finally had the chance to reflect on all that she has accomplished throughout her five year career as a Hawkeye. In an emotional Instagram post, she pulled back the curtain and gave her perspective.

“As I am nearing my last month in Iowa Cit ready to take on the next chapter of my life, I have had lots of time to reflect on all the incredible memories I have made, opportunities I have been given, people I have met, and friendships that will last forever because of the game of basketball,” Marshall wrote. “It has been my whole life for the past 18 years, I appreciate all the highs and lows, lessons I have learned and everything in between. Five-year-old me would be so proud of how far I have come and all that I have experienced.”

“Most importantly I think about the journey I have been on these last 5 years at the place where I was able to live out my dreams and accomplish so much more than I could’ve even imagined. Thank you Iowa and Hawkeye Nation for being my home away from home, for showing me so much love and support & for giving me the best ending to the sport that has shaped my life.”

Marshall became the first Iowa women’s basketball player to record 200 3-pointers and 200 steals in a career. She was known for her defensive prowess, especially during the two deep NCAA Tournament appearance runs. While Marshall didn’t stuff the stat-sheet, her ability to be clutch when it mattered has always stood out.

When Marshall got going from three-point range, Iowa’s offense was lethal. Marshall wasn’t the leading scorer, but her importance to the Hawkeyes is something that fans took notice of. They gravitated to her for that. They loved her for it.

Under Lisa Bluder, there have been few more important things than the team culture. Marshall was part of a graduating group that set the standard that Jan Jensen’s crew will have to follow-up.

“To my family, especially my parents, thank you for all the sacrifices you have made for me to be able to play this sport all these years and for loving me no matter what. I hope I made you both proud and I have enjoyed every moment we have shared on this journey!”

“Once a Hawk, always a Hawk!”

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CHERYL REEVE, COACH OF TEAM USA, HAS BEEN VOCAL ABOUT HER STANCE ON THE WNBA’S FIXATION ON CAITLIN CLARK.

Caitlin Clark (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, two of the top overall picks, have brought the WNBA unparalleled prominence. Additionally, only some people are enjoying all the attention the former Iowa Hawkeye receives, even if Clark’s presence, in particular, is a massive benefit for all WNBA clubs due to higher ticket sales and visibility.

One of those individuals is Minnesota Lynx Cheryl Reeve, who will also lead the USA Basketball Women’s National Team in 2024.

Reeve, who will serve in the same head coaching role for the 2024 USA Basketball Women’s National Team alongside Mike Thibault, Kara Lawson, and Joni Taylor, recently had her Minnesota Lynx team make its preseason debut against Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky on Friday.

The game was unavailable to people to watch on television, but thousands of fans tuned in to watch a live stream from a fan on social media.

Clark and the Indiana Fever also played their game on Friday night when they took on the Dallas Wings. WNBA social platforms promoted the top overall pick’s debut by making it available for free nationally on the league’s app.

Reeve seemed offended by the fact that only ticket holders would be allowed to watch the Lynx, which played their preseason opener against the Chicago Sky on Friday.

“Though fans won’t be able to watch, #Lynx fans can go to the Lynx app to follow along via play-by-play. Or if you are in market, come to the game…as we start the season off right #12teams #theWismorethanoneplayer.”

Caitlin Clark will earn women in the NBA far more money than they are now making, despite Reeve and other WNBA players/coaches finding it hard to accept.

The 57-year-old Reeve has led the Lynx to four WNBA titles since taking over as head coach in 2010. She also serves as the head coach of the USA women’s basketball team. She also won two WNBA championships as an assistant coach with the Detroit Shock (who subsequently changed their name to the Wings).

Reeve could very well picture herself as Caitlin Clark’s coach at the Olympics.