Louisiana State University star forward Angel Reese opened up Monday about some of the online abuse and attacks shes faced with her ascension to stardom over the past year.
The college basketball star tearfully discussed her experiences during a press conference on Monday night after the LSU Tigers lost 94-87 to Iowas Hawkeyes in the Elite Eight level of the NCAA tournament.
I dont really get to stand up for myself. I mean, I have great teammates, I have a great support system, I got my hometown, I got my family that stands up for me, she said. I dont really get to speak out on things just because I just try to ignore. I just try to stand strong.
Ive been through so much, Ive seen so much. Ive been attacked so many times, she added. Death threats, Ive been sexualized, Ive been threatened so many things, and Ive stood strong every single time.
The LSU star said she has focused on remaining strong for her teammates.
Im still a human, she said. All this has happened since I won a national championship, and I said the other day, I havent had peace since then.
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But Reese added that she wouldnt change anything regardless and that shes unapologetically me.
The forwards remarks followed touching speeches by teammates Flaujae Johnson and Hailey Van Lith, who both praised her leadership and strength amid the online criticism she faces.
Everybody can have their opinion on Angel Reese, but yall dont know her. Yall dont know Angel Reese, Johnson said, later adding, The crown she wears is heavy, bro.
Johnson then called out the media for vilifying Reese, saying that her teammate makes her a better player.
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Van Lith chimed in: People speak hate into her life.
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