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What if all three want to return?  A fifth year is never guaranteed, even in non-COVID scenarios, and the coaches have hopefully gamed this out. Some players (Jones) would presumably have a spot if they wanted it but there’s a good chance that they have already stated that they would go pro.  For some of the other players, it might be a question of opportunity, depending on whether a slot is available or not, and how they do this upcoming year.  But nobody should presume that just because they have an extra year of eligibility that a scholarship will be available.  The reverse is also true; our coaches should not presume that just because a scholarship is available and a player has eligibility that she will come back for a fifth year.  The WNBA, a graduate transfer, and graduating and moving on with life are all viable options for these women.

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What if all three want to return?  A fifth year is never guaranteed, even in non-COVID scenarios, and the coaches have hopefully gamed this out. Some players (Jones) would presumably have a spot if they wanted it but there’s a good chance that they have already stated that they would go pro.  For some of the other players, it might be a question of opportunity, depending on whether a slot is available or not, and how they do this upcoming year.  But nobody should presume that just because they have an extra year of eligibility that a scholarship will be available.  The reverse is also true; our coaches should not presume that just because a scholarship is available and a player has eligibility that she will come back for a fifth year.  The WNBA, a graduate transfer, and graduating and moving on with life are all viable options for these women.

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