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Historic Debut of Tallest Women's College Basketball Player
- Stephanie Okechukwu, standing at 7'1", made her debut with Texas Tech.
- The NCAA granted Okechukwu two years of eligibility, and Texas Tech submitted a waiver for additional eligibility.
- Okechukwu's debut was emotional, with tears shed during the meeting with coach Erik DeRoo.
- Okechukwu aims to complete her degree while playing for the Lady Raiders.
- Multiple outlets reported on Okechukwu's historic debut.
Articles (8)
Yahoo Sports·
Texas Tech makes history with 7-foot-1 center Stephanie Okechukwu
New York Post·
Tallest women’s college basketball player ever makes debut
Yahoo Sports·
‘So unfair’ – Fans react to highlights of 7’1″ Texas Tech sophomore Stephanie Okechukwu
USA Today·
Tallest player in women's college basketball history debuts with Texas Tech
Yahoo Sports·
Tallest player in women's college basketball history debuts with Texas Tech
Yahoo Sports·
Stephanie Okechukwu, tallest player in women's college basketball history at 7-foot-1, makes debut for Texas Tech
Yahoo Sports·
NCAA Fans Had Plenty to Say After 7’1” Texas Tech Sophomore Makes Her Debut as the Tallest Player in Women's College Basketball History
Yahoo Sports·
NCAA Makes Major Eligibility Decision on 7′1″ Texas Tech Center as Emotional Reaction Sets Up Historic Debut