
Liberty Issue Official Statement on Passing of Anne Donovan
June 13, 2018 - Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA)
New York Liberty News Release
The New York Liberty has issued the following statement regarding the passing of former head coach and women's basketball pioneer Anne Donovan:
The New York Liberty is deeply saddened by the passing of one of the greatest figures in the history of women's basketball, Anne Donovan. Anne was a true pioneer in our sport, and her influence and leadership had a tremendous impact on the growth of women's basketball and the WNBA. We join the entire women's basketball community in celebrating her life and extraordinary legacy, and send our thoughts and prayers to her family during this time.
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