Comets Acquire 2007 Second-Round Pick
May 15, 2006 - Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA)
Houston Comets News Release
HOUSTON - The Houston Comets announced that the team has acquired the Chicago Sky's 2007 second-round pick in exchange for rookie F Liz Shimek and Houston's 2007 second-round selection.
Shimek (6-1, Michigan State '06) recorded 14 points, four rebounds, one steal and one block in Houston's first preseason game vs. Charlotte (5/3). She finished her collegiate career as Michigan State's all-time leading scorer (1,780 points) and rebounder (1,130 rebounds), while averaging 13.7 points, 8.6 rebounds and 1.52 assists in 130 games. She earned AP All-America Honorable Mention, Kodak All-America Honorable Mention, WBCA All-American Honorable Mention and All-Big Ten Second Team in 2005.
This season will mark the 10th Anniversary for the Comets and the WNBA, making it the longest-running professional women's league in history. The 2006 season will tip off at Toyota Center on May 21 when the Comets host the San Antonio Silver Stars. To purchase season tickets, mini-plans or group tickets, call (713) 627-WNBA or go online to www.houstoncomets.com.
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