Mulkey Breaks Down as Morrow’s Season Ends Prematurely
BATON ROUGE, LA – LSU Women’s Basketball Head Coach Kim Mulkey was overcome with emotion during a press conference on Tuesday, announcing the devastating news that star forward Aneesah Morrow will miss the remainder of the season due to a torn ACL.
The injury, sustained during practice last week, is a major blow to the Tigers’ championship aspirations. Morrow, a junior transfer from DePaul, was a key contributor to LSU’s dominant start to the season, averaging 18.3 points and 10.1 rebounds per game. Her presence on the court was a force to be reckoned with, and her absence will be deeply felt.
“It’s tough,” Mulkey said, her voice cracking with emotion. “Aneesah is a special player, a special person. She’s worked so hard, and she was just starting to really find her groove with this team. It’s heartbreaking for her, and it’s heartbreaking for us.”
Mulkey, known for her fiery personality and unwavering confidence, was visibly shaken by the news. She spoke about Morrow’s dedication and work ethic, highlighting her impact on the team both on and off the court.
“She’s a leader, she’s a teammate, she’s a friend,” Mulkey said. “She’s everything you want in a player. This is a tough loss for us, but we’re going to rally around Aneesah and support her through this.”
Morrow, who was present at the press conference, expressed her disappointment but also her determination to return stronger than ever. “It’s tough, but I’m going to work hard to come back from this,” she said. “I’m going to be there for my team, and I’m going to be back on the court next season.”
The Tigers, currently ranked No. 2 in the nation, will now have to navigate the remainder of the season without their star forward. While the loss is significant, Mulkey and the team are determined to remain focused and continue their pursuit of a national championship.
“We’re going to miss Aneesah, but we’re not going to give up,” Mulkey said. “We’re going to fight, we’re going to play hard, and we’re going to keep pushing forward.”
