University of Connecticut Athletics
Walker Declares for WNBA Draft
3/14/2020 1:25:00 PM | Women's Basketball
STORRS, Conn. – UConn women's basketball junior forward Megan Walker will forego her final year of eligibility and declare for the 2020 WNBA Draft.
Walker led the Huskies with 19.7 points per game in the 2019-20 season while also averaging 8.4 rebounds per game. She was named the 2020 American Athletic Conference Player of the Year as well as the league's tournament Most Outstanding Player.
In her three seasons at UConn, Walker compiled 1,251 career points and 615 career rebounds.
Statement from Megan Walker
After much consideration and thought with my family, I have decided to forgo my senior season and enter the WNBA draft. Due to the unfortunate circumstances that caused the cancellation of the NCAA Tournament, it saddens me that I was not able to finish my junior season in the way that I would have liked. I am, however, ready to move on to the next phase of my life and career. I would like to thank the University of Connecticut, my coaches, teammates, and the athletic staff for their support and for embracing me over the last three years. Last, but certainly not least, I would like to thank the fans for all their support and making me feel loved over my UConn career. I will forever be a Husky and wish the best for UConn in the future.
Statement from Geno Auriemma
During a player's college career, they're working towards certain goals, and when you have an opportunity to reach a certain goal that you set for yourself, I think it's important that you have an opportunity to take it. Meg's decided this is the right time for her to take advantage of this opportunity. Obviously, she had an incredible season this year and is incredibly talented. We support her 100 percent and we're going to support her going forward. We wish her the best of luck as she begins her pro career.
