On Wednesday afternoon, Chicago Sky’s newest star Angle Reese sat down for her introductory press conference with the media.

Reese was drafted with the seventh overall pick in last week’s WNBA Draft.

In her final season with the LSU Tigers, Reese averaged 18.6 points per game and 13.4 rebounds per game. She also helped lead the Tigers to a NCAA Women’s College Basketball National Championship win in the previous season.

During her press conference, Reese had some inspirational words regarding her WNBA career. “I know, it’s crazy being able to see the impact. As a little girl, I always looked up to so many great players in the WNBA and now being able to see my name on the back of a jersey is amazing,” said Reese.

Apr 15, 2024; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Angel Reese poses with WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert after she is selected with the number seven overall pick to the Chicago Sky n the 2024 WNBA Draft at Brooklyn Academy of Music.

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Reese continued, making one thing very clear about her WNBA opportunity. “I’m not gonna take this for granted. I wanna come in and work hard every day and do whatever it takes. I don’t want my spot taken.”

The full video was posted online by Chicago reporter Julia Poe.