



While their incredible accomplishments on the court are well-known and documented, their accomplishments off the court are equally as impressive. Sabrina and Ruthy helped the team connect with fans of all ages and create a new generation of Duck fans. They have been an inspiration to young girls and boys throughout the state and the nation, and their legacies will be revealed in the years to come as a legion of young fans grow up with a passion for the game of basketball and a respect of sportsmanship, hard work and the power of a team.



On behalf of the entire Duck Nation, I want to thank Sabrina and Ruthy for all that they have done for the University of Oregon and we wish them the very best in what comes next. We will be cheering!

Rob Mullens

UO Athletic Director Sabrina and Ruthy personify what it means to be student-athletes, competitors, teammates and Oregon Ducks. Together, they changed the trajectory of Oregon women's basketball, elevating the program to unfathomable heights. They believed in Coach Graves's bold vision of an elite program and worked tirelessly to make it a reality.While their incredible accomplishments on the court are well-known and documented, their accomplishments off the court are equally as impressive. Sabrina and Ruthy helped the team connect with fans of all ages and create a new generation of Duck fans. They have been an inspiration to young girls and boys throughout the state and the nation, and their legacies will be revealed in the years to come as a legion of young fans grow up with a passion for the game of basketball and a respect of sportsmanship, hard work and the power of a team.On behalf of the entire Duck Nation, I want to thank Sabrina and Ruthy for all that they have done for the University of Oregon and we wish them the very best in what comes next. We will be cheering!UO Athletic Director

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However, more important than your skill on the basketball court is who you are as humans. I will cherish the laughs, tears, smiles, disappointments, hugs and stories we shared. You two have inspired more people than you will ever know. You have also energized a department, university, community and nation. Your futures are so bright and I am excited to see what comes next. You will be missed! #OnceADuckAlwaysADuck

Lisa Peterson

UO Deputy Athletic Director/SWA The four years went too fast, but the impact will last forever. Thank you for taking a chance on the University of Oregon women's basketball team when success was just a vision. You have led our team to new heights and your names are all over the record books. The postseason runs have been some of my favorite memories, and I feel fortunate to have had a front-row seat for your careers.However, more important than your skill on the basketball court is who you are as humans. I will cherish the laughs, tears, smiles, disappointments, hugs and stories we shared. You two have inspired more people than you will ever know. You have also energized a department, university, community and nation. Your futures are so bright and I am excited to see what comes next. You will be missed! #OnceADuckAlwaysADuckUO Deputy Athletic Director/SWA

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The University of Oregon is home to many outstanding individuals, but the grit, determination, toughness, athleticism and passion you embody far surpasses the meaning of "outstanding."



It has been remarkable to watch the chemistry between you two on the court. Oregon is a special, family-oriented place that truly celebrates student-athletes for their athletic and academic endeavors, while also emphasizing the impact of sport in the community. Your desire for greatness has power, and that power has affected all athletes — female and male, young and old. You have turned bystanders into believers, spectators into passionate supporters. The University, state, nation and world are all fortunate to have you be advocates for not only women's basketball and women's sports but also for the entire sports world, as we all can continue to learn so much from you.



On behalf of my wife Jessica, my two sons Rocco & Mario Mateo, myself and THE ENTIRE OREGON DUCK FAMILY, THANK YOU!!!



Thank you for your sacrifice to the sport. Thank you for your relentless effort. Thank you for allowing us to witness your legacy. We all know, it won't stop here.

Mario Cristobal

UO Football Head Coach Ruthy & Sabrina,The University of Oregon is home to many outstanding individuals, but the grit, determination, toughness, athleticism and passion you embody far surpasses the meaning of "outstanding."It has been remarkable to watch the chemistry between you two on the court. Oregon is a special, family-oriented place that truly celebrates student-athletes for their athletic and academic endeavors, while also emphasizing the impact of sport in the community. Your desire for greatness has power, and that power has affected all athletes — female and male, young and old. You have turned bystanders into believers, spectators into passionate supporters. The University, state, nation and world are all fortunate to have you be advocates for not only women's basketball and women's sports but also for the entire sports world, as we all can continue to learn so much from you.On behalf of my wife Jessica, my two sons Rocco & Mario Mateo, myself and THE ENTIRE OREGON DUCK FAMILY, THANK YOU!!!Thank you for your sacrifice to the sport. Thank you for your relentless effort. Thank you for allowing us to witness your legacy. We all know, it won't stop here.UO Football Head Coach

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Ruthy: What a difference you have made! Thank you for the incredible talent you developed here at UO but also for the positive can-do-it attitude that has brought UO Women's basketball to new heights.



I reflect on your academic growth as much as your athletic development. Ruthy, you were regularly (no actually more than regularly) a part of the Jaqua Center as a place to be used as a connecting area for all student-athletes. You took up residence on the second-floor study area with your teammates but many, many others as well. The example of togetherness, support, shared happiness, and attention to academic study was impressive. You impacted many others. The atmosphere that was created is an important one and created a change in focus for women's basketball especially. You made it all about being together and taking seriously the sport, the academy, and community service.



Ruthy, you led the way and set a standard. Thank you for all you contributed.



Sabrina: The passion you have demonstrated for your sport and every aspect of it is well-known and expressed in any number of ways in your years at the University of Oregon. Your performances and accomplishments were unbelievable. A pleasure to watch! Thank you for bringing joy to so many people.



But the other area that has developed in a dramatic manner is your passion for the academic component of learning and discovery. What a thrill to see those things come together for you. You have established an awareness in others regarding how to pursue excellence as you establish an evolving identity. You have it now but it will continue to mature.



The vision you have is certainly for what you can accomplish as a basketball player, but also for impacting others. Watching you play is a vision all its own. And you have and will continue to influence others, particularly those young girls who benefit from seeing some of the confidence you have displayed.



You have made a difference already and it's only just begun.

Thanks.

Lorraine Davis

Special Assistant to the President, the Provost and the Athletic Director Ruthy: What a difference you have made! Thank you for the incredible talent you developed here at UO but also for the positive can-do-it attitude that has brought UO Women's basketball to new heights.I reflect on your academic growth as much as your athletic development. Ruthy, you were regularly (no actually more than regularly) a part of the Jaqua Center as a place to be used as a connecting area for all student-athletes. You took up residence on the second-floor study area with your teammates but many, many others as well. The example of togetherness, support, shared happiness, and attention to academic study was impressive. You impacted many others. The atmosphere that was created is an important one and created a change in focus for women's basketball especially. You made it all about being together and taking seriously the sport, the academy, and community service.Ruthy, you led the way and set a standard. Thank you for all you contributed.Sabrina: The passion you have demonstrated for your sport and every aspect of it is well-known and expressed in any number of ways in your years at the University of Oregon. Your performances and accomplishments were unbelievable. A pleasure to watch! Thank you for bringing joy to so many people.But the other area that has developed in a dramatic manner is your passion for the academic component of learning and discovery. What a thrill to see those things come together for you. You have established an awareness in others regarding how to pursue excellence as you establish an evolving identity. You have it now but it will continue to mature.The vision you have is certainly for what you can accomplish as a basketball player, but also for impacting others. Watching you play is a vision all its own. And you have and will continue to influence others, particularly those young girls who benefit from seeing some of the confidence you have displayed.You have made a difference already and it's only just begun.Thanks.Lorraine DavisSpecial Assistant to the President, the Provost and the Athletic Director

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Since that day my kiddos became huge Sabrina fans without knowing that she even played a sport. Kara and I became huge Sabrina fans without ever seeing her play a game. The relationships have grown over the past four years, but Sabrina hasn't changed. Her eyes light up any time she sees Camden and Harper, or we get the chance to talk about them.







Sabrina the person is what makes Sabrina the athlete. She always puts others before herself and never shied away from getting involved and putting in the work. Our family has been touched by so many student-athletes but usually they are a part of the volleyball program. Sabrina's spirit is endearing and her selflessness is joyful. Thank you for being an example to my children and countless others.

Matt Ulmer

UO volleyball head coach



P.S. Regarding Ruthy, she couldn't wait to tell me how good of a volleyball player she is. She showed me a clip of herself cranking a ball at a player's face in high school. She took pride in it and said if I ever needed her she was ready! First home volleyball game of the 2016 season, shortly after Sabrina got to campus. Not many people knew who she was yet, just a talented recruit for the women's basketball team. Sabrina sits in the stands next to my wife, Kara, and two kids, Camden and Harper. Kara rarely got to watch a volleyball match because the two kids are all over the place. Sabrina volunteered her helping hands. She played with the kids throughout the match.Since that day my kiddos became huge Sabrina fans without knowing that she even played a sport. Kara and I became huge Sabrina fans without ever seeing her play a game. The relationships have grown over the past four years, but Sabrina hasn't changed. Her eyes light up any time she sees Camden and Harper, or we get the chance to talk about them.Sabrina the person is what makes Sabrina the athlete. She always puts others before herself and never shied away from getting involved and putting in the work. Our family has been touched by so many student-athletes but usually they are a part of the volleyball program. Sabrina's spirit is endearing and her selflessness is joyful. Thank you for being an example to my children and countless others.UO volleyball head coachP.S. Regarding Ruthy, she couldn't wait to tell me how good of a volleyball player she is. She showed me a clip of herself cranking a ball at a player's face in high school. She took pride in it and said if I ever needed her she was ready!

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In September 2018, I got some shocking news. My mom's congestive heart failure was worsening, and we learned she probably had about a year left. This stunned me because my mom didn't seem like she was dying. She was her usual self — bright, witty, irreverent, tough.



My mom was living in Portland and I was in Eugene, so we didn't see each other more than once a month or so. After the news, I suddenly felt this need to find a way to connect with her more often. That path ended up being the Oregon women's team.

My 14-year-old loved the Ducks, so we started going to the games. Each time, I would call my mom and remind her to watch. It wasn't long before she became a big fan, too, and in particular, a Ruthy fan. My mom loved the way Ruthy would play. Ruthy was strong, talented and tough — with such a fantastic smile. When my mom played high school basketball in the 50s, she was strong, talented and tough — she proudly told me. She had a permanent lump from a kick to the shin during a game, and she wore that injury like a badge of honor.



After each game, my mom and I would talk about the game. It was just the usual chit-chat about great plays, bad calls and tournament prospects. But it was so much more than chit-chat. It was a chance to connect with my mom without the heavy sadness of what lay ahead. It was a conduit to learn more about mom's life and share a bond.



In June my mom took a turn for the worse and within a week, she passed away. It was devastating. Even though we were warned, none of us really believed we'd lose her.



A couple weeks after she passed I was feeling really sad. In my grief, I was hoping for a sign that she was out there somewhere, still with me.



It was a bright sunny day in Eugene and I stopped by Safeway on 18th to pick up a few things. Standing outside the front doors was Ruthy. I felt a rush of emotions. Star-struck, bashful, and feeling a bit silly about my reaction, all I could think to say was "Hi." She smiled back at me — that big beautiful Ruthy smile. I hurried past as tears welled up and I realized I got my sign.

Diana Fingal

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It has been an absolute pleasure over the last few years to watch the rise of the Oregon women's basketball program behind Sabrina and Ruthy's leadership. Getting to see the impact all the wins, records and accolades have made on the UO athletics department and women's sports as a whole has been inspiring, and we hope to be able to deliver a similar impact throughout our season. We have enjoyed seeing the countless great moments Sabrina and Ruthy have produced and look forward to watching them finish off their senior seasons on their own terms.

The Oregon softball team

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Dear Ruthy & Sab:

Enough thanks cannot be given for what you have meant to this program, athletic department and community. As a basketball fan I've always respected what you've done on the court. But as a father, seeing what you do as role models and mentors is what makes you special.



Ruthy, I'll never forget the time you spent with Cade while filming a commercial for the St. Baldrick's charity event. It meant more to him than you'll ever know. The patience you showed during the production made me realize what a truly caring, compassionate person you are. Cade left the arena that day as your biggest fan. He has since worn No. 24 for his first two seasons of organized basketball.



Sab, most of the stories I share with others about you have very little to do with basketball. I'll never forget the time you drove my dad to the airport on your off day during "Snowmageddon '19" so I could help get your teammate to an appointment. Or the afternoon I had child-care issues and you came over on 10 minutes notice to make sure I could get Cade to his game on time. Your selflessness is and will always be your most endearing quality. Whether it be showing up at Cade's little league games unannounced to show support or fulfilling an obscure request for a picture, autograph, or video message you are truly an inspiration for kids of all ages and gender.



Thank you both for being ambassadors for the game and the University. You will be missed dearly. Can't wait to see what the future holds for each of you! Go Ducks!

Much love & respect,

Trav Dear Ruthy & Sab:Enough thanks cannot be given for what you have meant to this program, athletic department and community. As a basketball fan I've always respected what you've done on the court. But as a father, seeing what you do as role models and mentors is what makes you special.Ruthy, I'll never forget the time you spent with Cade while filming a commercial for the St. Baldrick's charity event. It meant more to him than you'll ever know. The patience you showed during the production made me realize what a truly caring, compassionate person you are. Cade left the arena that day as your biggest fan. He has since worn No. 24 for his first two seasons of organized basketball.Sab, most of the stories I share with others about you have very little to do with basketball. I'll never forget the time you drove my dad to the airport on your off day during "Snowmageddon '19" so I could help get your teammate to an appointment. Or the afternoon I had child-care issues and you came over on 10 minutes notice to make sure I could get Cade to his game on time. Your selflessness is and will always be your most endearing quality. Whether it be showing up at Cade's little league games unannounced to show support or fulfilling an obscure request for a picture, autograph, or video message you are truly an inspiration for kids of all ages and gender.Thank you both for being ambassadors for the game and the University. You will be missed dearly. Can't wait to see what the future holds for each of you! Go Ducks!Much love & respect,Trav

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Kelly Graves , it's a feeling that we — as Duck fans — can certainly look forward to for years to come.



Specifically to Ruthy and Sabrina, thank you both for the past four years of commitment each of you have made to elevate the UO women's basketball program. The entire coaching staff has done a great job shepherding your talents both as athletes and human beings. The impact you've made reaches beyond the Oregon athletics department and into the community as whole. It doesn't take much to look around at a sold-out crowd at MKA and see how you've inspired a new generation of Duck fans. You took a chance coming here as freshmen to help build something special, and it has clearly paid off.



But as we know, there is more "unfinished business" to take care of before your days at Oregon are done. Best of luck in the post-season. Go Ducks!

Oregon Track and Field It only seems right to begin with a 'congratulations' to the entire Oregon women's basketball team and staff on another Pac-12 title. Winning championships never gets old and with the current direction and momentum of the program under, it's a feeling that we — as Duck fans — can certainly look forward to for years to come.Specifically to Ruthy and Sabrina, thank you both for the past four years of commitment each of you have made to elevate the UO women's basketball program. The entire coaching staff has done a great job shepherding your talents both as athletes and human beings. The impact you've made reaches beyond the Oregon athletics department and into the community as whole. It doesn't take much to look around at a sold-out crowd at MKA and see how you've inspired a new generation of Duck fans. You took a chance coming here as freshmen to help build something special, and it has clearly paid off.But as we know, there is more "unfinished business" to take care of before your days at Oregon are done. Best of luck in the post-season. Go Ducks!Oregon Track and Field

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Until 2016, when I heard that this new coach, Kelly Graves , had landed the best high school player in the country, Sabrina Ionescu . So I would saunter up to the ticket window, plop down $5 for a general admission ticket and sit wherever I wanted. I came to see Sabrina, of course, but that very first game -- I think it was a bad loss to Washington State -- there was this big baby-faced girl from Alaska who sank every shot she took. The next year, this 6-foot-4 gazelle from Germany joined the team, and I was hooked.



I started going to games so my daughter could be inspired by strong women working together to accomplish high goals. She is now a doctor and reaching for her own goals. Mission accomplished. Now it is my turn, at the age of 62, to be inspired.



I have been a passionate sports fan all my life. but never have I seen a team this talented, this mentally strong, this emotionally connected. These three young women have taught this old man that we are all put on this Earth with special talents and that it is our job, our obligation to use them to the utmost for the benefit of those around us.



Thank you, Sabrina, Ruthy, and Satou. I cannot express the joy and hope you have planted in my heart.

Carl Falsgraf I started going to women's games in the 1990s when my daughter was little. I did it because I wanted to be a good dad, to show that strong young women used their bodies to accomplish high goals. In the process, I fell in love with the women's game. The passing, the teamwork, the defense; all far superior to the men's game. Then my daughter got older, the Ducks got worse, and I lost interest.Until 2016, when I heard that this new coach,, had landed the best high school player in the country,. So I would saunter up to the ticket window, plop down $5 for a general admission ticket and sit wherever I wanted. I came to see Sabrina, of course, but that very first game -- I think it was a bad loss to Washington State -- there was this big baby-faced girl from Alaska who sank every shot she took. The next year, this 6-foot-4 gazelle from Germany joined the team, and I was hooked.I started going to games so my daughter could be inspired by strong women working together to accomplish high goals. She is now a doctor and reaching for her own goals. Mission accomplished. Now it is my turn, at the age of 62, to be inspired.I have been a passionate sports fan all my life. but never have I seen a team this talented, this mentally strong, this emotionally connected. These three young women have taught this old man that we are all put on this Earth with special talents and that it is our job, our obligation to use them to the utmost for the benefit of those around us.Thank you, Sabrina, Ruthy, and Satou. I cannot express the joy and hope you have planted in my heart.Carl Falsgraf

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Thank you. Thank you both for everything. The countless wins, broken records, memories and representing Oregon as well as any two student-athletes have ever done. You have inspired so many people to be better versions of themselves, on the court, in the classroom and in life. You have set the bar for what it means to be a Duck. When I first arrived in Eugene, never did I imagine seeing hundreds of young fans line up for autographs or hundreds of grown MEN wearing No. 20 jerseys to a WOMEN'S basketball game. This is the culture you have helped build.



As your former student-manager, you made my job incredibly easy. Not having to chase down a rebound because you seldom missed will certainly do that. I will never forget March of 2017, cutting down the Pac-12 Championship net in Seattle and how much I enjoyed being on the same team as both of you.



Someday down the line, I hope my kids will want to pick up a basketball. I will introduce them to legends of the game, Kobe, MJ, LeBron. I guarantee we will watch just as many, if not MORE, highlights of Ruthy and Sabrina because I was honored enough to witness that greatness daily. Hopefully, they will understand why the framed WNBA jerseys in the garage are so special. Thank you.



Once a Duck, Always a Duck.

Shane Swanson

Oregon WBB Student Manager (2015-2018) Ruthy and Sabrina,Thank you. Thank you both for everything. The countless wins, broken records, memories and representing Oregon as well as any two student-athletes have ever done. You have inspired so many people to be better versions of themselves, on the court, in the classroom and in life. You have set the bar for what it means to be a Duck. When I first arrived in Eugene, never did I imagine seeing hundreds of young fans line up for autographs or hundreds of grown MEN wearing No. 20 jerseys to a WOMEN'S basketball game. This is the culture you have helped build.As your former student-manager, you made my job incredibly easy. Not having to chase down a rebound because you seldom missed will certainly do that. I will never forget March of 2017, cutting down the Pac-12 Championship net in Seattle and how much I enjoyed being on the same team as both of you.Someday down the line, I hope my kids will want to pick up a basketball. I will introduce them to legends of the game, Kobe, MJ, LeBron. I guarantee we will watch just as many, if not MORE, highlights of Ruthy and Sabrina because I was honored enough to witness that greatness daily. Hopefully, they will understand why the framed WNBA jerseys in the garage are so special. Thank you.Once a Duck, Always a Duck.Oregon WBB Student Manager (2015-2018)

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Some people shy away from the opportunity for greatness,

And others gravitate towards the challenge to overcome fear,

But none more so than Ruthy and Sabrina, whom together

Rewrote UO, Pac-12 and NCAA record books during their four years.

It's tough to put into words how much each has meant,

Not only to UO, but to the basketball world as a whole,

And each other's success was impacted by the other

In working together to achieve their individual & collective goals.

Oregon will forever be a part of their life stories,

Not just athletically and academically, but personally too;

Everything they have accomplished on and off the court

Serves as an inspiration for me and you.

Collectively we will look back on their careers and

Undoubtedly recall the records, achievements and accolades;

Remembering the triumphs, trials and tribulations that

Undeniably contributed to how UO women's basketball's ascent was made.

Time waits for no one and senior day has arrived, it is

Hard to believe Ruthy and Sabrina's college careers are nearing the end;

Yellow and Green Ducks jerseys will become WNBA uniforms, but their

Home and heart will forever be in Oregon.

Every time someone thinks about Oregon women's basketball,

Both of their names will always be part of the narrative;

As Coach Graves would tell you about their impact on the program,

Ruthy and Sabrina's influence & contributions have been transformative.

Ducks Nation is extremely blessed to have had the chance

to cheer on two of the best to ever wear the Yellow and Green;

thank you Ruthy and Sabrina for all of the memorable moments

and we look forward to when you come back home to Eugene.

ONCE A DUCK, ALWAYS A DUCK!

Billy Blood ome people shy away from the opportunity for greatness,nd others gravitate towards the challenge to overcome fear,ut none more so than Ruthy and Sabrina, whom togetherewrote UO, Pac-12 and NCAA record books during their four years.t's tough to put into words how much each has meant,ot only to UO, but to the basketball world as a whole,nd each other's success was impacted by the othern working together to achieve their individual & collective goals.regon will forever be a part of their life stories,ot just athletically and academically, but personally too;verything they have accomplished on and off the courterves as an inspiration for me and you.ollectively we will look back on their careers andndoubtedly recall the records, achievements and accolades;emembering the triumphs, trials and tribulations thatndeniably contributed to how UO women's basketball's ascent was made.ime waits for no one and senior day has arrived, it isard to believe Ruthy and Sabrina's college careers are nearing the end;ellow and Green Ducks jerseys will become WNBA uniforms, but theirome and heart will forever be in Oregon.very time someone thinks about Oregon women's basketball,oth of their names will always be part of the narrative;s Coach Graves would tell you about their impact on the program,uthy and Sabrina's influence & contributions have been transformative.ucks Nation is extremely blessed to have had the chanceto cheer on two of the best to ever wear the Yellow and Green;thank you Ruthy and Sabrina for all of the memorable momentsand we look forward to when you come back home to Eugene.ONCE A DUCK, ALWAYS A DUCK!

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Ruthy,

Thank you for choosing Oregon, for choosing us to be your family! Thank you for being my coach, mentor and for showing me and girls like me how to chase our dreams!

Paxton Ruthy,Thank you for choosing Oregon, for choosing us to be your family! Thank you for being my coach, mentor and for showing me and girls like me how to chase our dreams!Paxton

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When I attend a men's basketball game, and see one or both teams struggling at the foul line, I like to shout, "Shoot like a girl!" By which I mean, shoot like Sabrina and Ruthy.



When I watch Sabrina and Ruthy perfect the pick-and-roll, yet again, I say a little whisper to all the men still playing out there: "See, that's how you do it."



Even when Ruthy and Sabrina are helping their team win a game by 50 points, it's so fun to watch them because they are so CLINICALLY good. They put on a clinic, every time.



My daughter was in elementary school during Coach Jody Runge's heyday. It was such a glorious and satisfying time for women's basketball. I pined for its return for so many years. Now it's back -- and back for good -- thanks to the legacies of Sabrina and Ruthy. Thank you!

Jeff Wright

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I will miss watching these two play, but know they are destined for greatness, and will be iconic players of the game for many years to come. Congratulations on what has been an amazing career so far. Let's bring that Natty to Eugene before you leave! Go Ducks!

Jamie Walton

Oregon Baseball To have witnessed firsthand the impact these two athletes have had not only on the athletic department, but the city of Eugene, and women's basketball nationally has been nothing shy of extraordinary. I remember going to a couple of WBB games when I was a student, and then following that up these last three years—it doesn't compare. Everyone in this community has seen how these young ladies have established a winning culture for their team, and built it for generations to come.I will miss watching these two play, but know they are destined for greatness, and will be iconic players of the game for many years to come. Congratulations on what has been an amazing career so far. Let's bring that Natty to Eugene before you leave! Go Ducks!Oregon Baseball

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I never followed women's basketball. Because of Sabrina and Ruthy I stood out in the cold for hours to get good seats and ended up buying season tickets just to watch classic, phenomenal basketball. May their journeys take them to infinity and beyond.

Michael Bryant

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Seven years ago, I watched the talented Jillian Alleyne work the post from a courtside seat. Not because I'm a VIP; Matt Knight was virtually empty and no one stopped me. Fast forward to 2020: hordes of fans; sold out arenas, routine wins, lines of autograph seekers, a plethora of awards, shattered records, championships. The transformation wrought by Ruthy and Sabrina in four short years is astonishing.



They play with passion, night after night. That slick pick and roll? Poetry in motion. They are gracious and generous on and off the court. There's no showboating, just hard work, smarts, humility, love of the game and respect for their fellow teammates. Watching these two develop from gutsy underdogs to polished basketball elite has been a delight.



Our women's games draw more fans than the men's. Think about that for a moment. To someone who grew up in an era when sports were for boys, Ruthy and Sabrina are far more than two great players. Ruthy and Sabrina are revolutionaries, heroes, role models. They have made it cool and exciting to watch women play basketball. Ruthy and Sabrina did much more than elevate a UO program. They've created a seismic shift in how women players are viewed and valued, not just here in Tracktown, but across the nation. I am so proud. Thank you.

Julie Daniel

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Peg Rees The record books will reflect most of what you contributed on the court WHICH IS HUGE, but the best stat, the thing that matters most is "Once a Duck, Always a Duck". You two belong to us forever. This basketball program is YOURS forever. You are soon to join a club of alumni that are so proud to welcome you — and we do that with open arms.

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My Dad just turned 80 and suffers from severe congestive heart failure such that he can no longer go to games. Having Ruthy and Sabrina build this amazing team has brought him such great joy!



My sister and I are Oregon grads. We are very loyal to all the Duck athletic programs, but this women's team has a special place in his heart! Thank you for everything ladies. The Clark Family, particularly my dad Gary, wish you every success in your bright futures

Suzan Clark

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One of my favorite memories is watching Ruthy get rebounds. Her strength encourages me to get more rebounds when I play.

Malyn Barnett, age 8

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Ruthy and Sab:

It is hard to quantify how much you have done for this University, community and beyond. Your legacy is already felt while you are both still here, and it is one that will be felt for many years to come. I cannot imagine Oregon women's basketball without you, but your talent on the basketball court is only a fraction of what makes you so special.



The bigger impact you will leave hit me last night as you were doing postgame media and laughing with each other. No matter what has changed around you — the teammates, the crowd size, staff members, the hype — you both have remained your true selves over the last four years. You are still the same gracious, happy, goofy, hardworking, BADASS women that sparked an amazing postseason run as freshmen. You still love those around you unconditionally and are humble as can be. You've inspired the young, old and in between by being true to who you are.



I'm thankful I've had the chance to be along for the ride. My favorite memories include the UW Pac-12 Tournament upset, traveling to Duke and Connecticut and exploring NYC, and that Mississippi State win last year.



Sab: I'll never forget when you got knocked over in the Duke game. Your reaction was priceless. You might be a killer on the court but you're also such a goofball and I really appreciate that side of you.



Ruthy: I'll always laugh about how much of a hype woman you were on the streets of Seattle for the "proposal" — it just reminds me of how positive and happy you always are.



Rob and I both look forward to planning trips to watch you both at the next level, and I cannot wait to see where life brings you both. Once a Duck, always a Duck.

Brielle

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Dear Sabrina,

Thank you for being such a great role model and inspiration to Amelia and I. You always take the time to say hi and have a conversation with us which brightens our day! We will miss watching you play, but have enjoyed seeing you play over the years with Ruthy. We wish you the best in the WNBA and are hoping our mom will take us to some of your games in the future. Thanks again Sabrina.

Sincerely

Hanna and Amelia Dear Sabrina,Thank you for being such a great role model and inspiration to Amelia and I. You always take the time to say hi and have a conversation with us which brightens our day! We will miss watching you play, but have enjoyed seeing you play over the years with Ruthy. We wish you the best in the WNBA and are hoping our mom will take us to some of your games in the future. Thanks again Sabrina.SincerelyHanna and Amelia

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I was fortunate to travel to Europe with the women's basketball team in late summer 2016. There I got to experience the early development of a very special team. On the trip an indescribable bond was created between our two McDonald's All-Americans: Sabrina and Ruthy.



I remember attending a lunch with the team at the Nike European Headquarters in Amsterdam and enjoying an evening dinner gondola canal ride. I remember strolling with the team on the streets of Barcelona and touring the unfinished basilica, Sagrada Familia. I still cherish the Chanel No. 5 I bought off a sidewalk; it represents a special connection to these gals, and I wear it to all home games.



After the exhibition game that opened their freshman season, my husband and I and two other couples were fortunate to join the team for a meal in the Founders' Club. Everyone introduced themselves. Afterwards Sabrina came over to my husband and started a conversation. Their friendship has blossomed these four years and has been a significant influence on his life.



Often Sab and Ruthy give him hugs at Fastbreak Club and other social events. The hugs after the Pac-12 Tournament Championship victory in Seattle were special.



These two have shown the true face of humanity through their compassion with the Eugene community and their loyal fans. And, yes, they've signed mega autographs and posed for photos with adoring children. The kids will cherish this photo more than one with the Duck!



Who'd ever think you'd see the UO President and the Oregon governor cheering on our women at MKA? The play and spirit of Ruthy and Sabrina have driven President Schill to become a rabid fan!



I share the season schedule poster honoring Sabrina and Ruthy with my entire neighborhood as it's posted next to my front door. Neighbors have commented how kind and generous these women have been to young kids who look up to them with awe.



I thank them for the joy they have brought me and my husband and to millions more! How fortunate our community has been to experience the passion and presence of Sabrina and Ruthy.

Many heartfelt thanks!

Becky Sisley

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We all love our Ruthy from Fairbanks.

Among the best Centers ever, she ranks.

Her timing and footwork and sure hands

Always amaze those of us in the stands.



Hebard on the boards

Is quite the ballet to behold.

Her ability to box out and rebound

Never ceases to astound.



To try and defend Ruthy in the paint

Is not for those with hearts who are faint.

They send two, they send three, maybe the whole dang team

And she can still power to the board and ruin their scheme.



For someone like Ruthy it causes no chagrin

To have defenders hanging all over her limbs.

She still gets herself, and the ball, to the basket.

The other team's failure? They cannot mask it.



She sets the pick then proceeds to roll

Into position to receive the ball.

When they pass, her teammates know she'll be ready.

Our success inside, thanks to Hebard, is steady.



Around her defender she can spin and turn

They know that, yet again, they've been burned.

If somehow a route to the basket cannot be found,

She gets the ball to a guard who can shoot from downtown.



It's almost impossible to believe our great luck

That you chose Oregon and became a Duck.

We will always appreciate you and your fame

Thank you so much for sharing your game!

Norine Sweeney

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Every time I see her play, I am Smote by the GOAT.

How can she make those passes, as if by rote?

Is there any scorer's bench on which she did not fall

To chase after a steal, or an errant ball?



If you are a Duck, you are also Smote by the GOAT.

Over some of our rivals we find it hard not to gloat,

Because she came to Oregon, chose to wear Green,

And made our team quite relevant on the National Scene.



A mascot with wings she deserved - one who soars and flies

Above those on earth. She's on another level with the records she defies.

It feels like a dream from which we awoke

To see that one of our Ducklings has become THE GOAT.



If you admire drive and ambition, you are Smote by the GOAT

As are many others who excel in the very same sport.

From far and near her admirers flock to the Arenas

To enjoy watching the phenomenal Sabrina.



If you are the opposing team, you are often Smote by the GOAT.

You think you're prepared with a clipboard, and all kinds of notes.

She needs no sword as she dribbles and drives and slashes her way through

And scores, and assists, and rebounds too!



From behind, or above, or around

Her dagger-of-a-pass a teammate will have found.

If no one was able to get free

Just keep the ball, #20, and bury a three!



Tear up the record books. They need to be re wrote

Because they've also been Smote by the GOAT.

We can't thank you enough for joining our team

You will always be loved by those in Green.

Norine Sweeney

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To Sabrina and Ruthy (and teammates),

We bought season tickets this season to your games. We bought season tickets to UConn games to insure our getting tickets for Oregon-UConn.



We live in Austin, Texas.



The skills, camaraderie and joy you have brought to the game was incentive enough to spend some travel dollars to see you in person. Thank you for all you've done to elevate the Oregon program as well as women's basketball in general. We have tickets to all rounds of the NCAA tourney. Plan on seeing you cutting down the nets in New Orleans!

Karen and Mike Kistler

'81-'84 Student Manager, Stanford Women's Basketball Team To Sabrina and Ruthy (and teammates),We bought season tickets this season to your games. We bought season tickets to UConn games to insure our getting tickets for Oregon-UConn.We live in Austin, Texas.The skills, camaraderie and joy you have brought to the game was incentive enough to spend some travel dollars to see you in person. Thank you for all you've done to elevate the Oregon program as well as women's basketball in general. We have tickets to all rounds of the NCAA tourney. Plan on seeing you cutting down the nets in New Orleans!Karen and Mike Kistler'81-'84 Student Manager, Stanford Women's Basketball Team

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Ruthy Hebard and Sabrina Ionescu go beyond just a moment. They represent a tipping point in how our community recognizes and celebrates women's athletics.



We see it every day, in the conversations we hear and the fans we meet who are immensely proud of Sabrina, Ruthy and the entire women's basketball program. The fan enthusiasm is rooted not only in their athletic achievements but in the sense of community these student-athletes have helped create. That is what creates a lasting impact — engaging every Duck and inspiring the next generation. Thank you, Ruthy and Sabrina.

Arlyn Schaufler

CEO, The Duck Store With one hundred years of history as part of the University of Oregon community, The Duck Store has been privileged to see some of the greatest moments in UO athletics. But the contributions ofandgo beyond just a moment. They represent a tipping point in how our community recognizes and celebrates women's athletics.We see it every day, in the conversations we hear and the fans we meet who are immensely proud of Sabrina, Ruthy and the entire women's basketball program. The fan enthusiasm is rooted not only in their athletic achievements but in the sense of community these student-athletes have helped create. That is what creates a lasting impact — engaging every Duck and inspiring the next generation. Thank you, Ruthy and Sabrina.Arlyn SchauflerCEO, The Duck Store

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Being the mother of an 8-year-old daughter it has been so wonderful to have such amazing role models — strong, healthy, intelligent, genuine, selfless females. Sabrina and her determination and mental toughness; Ruthy, an incredible athlete who also never seemed to lose her smile.



They leave their hearts on the court. And if that were not enough, then they would stay to sign autographs and talk to their fans. My daughter would stand speechless and awestruck in front of these women, who would smile and say "thanks for coming" when we, the fans were the ones who were truly thankful. And though my daughter could do little more than whisper a shy "thanks" in the autograph line, she would talk nonstop at home about the Lady Ducks.



Thanks for inspiring so many of us devoted fans, but from the bottom of my heart, thanks for being such incredible role models for me daughter.

Jennifer Kalata

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Back in the fall of 2016 I made my first visit to the University of Oregon campus and decided to attend my first women's basketball game. Purchased my $18 courtside seats and have been hooked since. Something about how well they both play together and how they always seem to know what the other is going to do before they do it is amazing.



Thank you Ruthy and Sabrina for the four years of greatness. Looking forward to watching you both play in the WNBA.

Steven Diaz

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Sabrina Ionescu , Ruthy Hebard , and Satou Sabally .



How do you thank these three remarkable women properly? By continuing to support the program that they brought into the national spotlight long after they are gone. Duck Nation needs to keep packing Matthew Knight Arena. They need to keep showing up at road games. They need to keep tuning in on television. And, they need to watch these players at the next level – the WNBA needs their viewership.



Sabrina – 2K/1K/1K – the record breaker and setter. The goat. There will never be another player quite like her. Fearless and bold. She has changed the game forever.

Ruthy – I feel like I never saw her miss a shot in the paint. I know she did, but, she was so good you forget that she is capable of missing. The other half to Sabrina's legacy. She wouldn't have it without Ruthy.

Satou – her versatility is unreal. When she asked to step it – she did. She got stronger, fought harder, and left it all on the court. There's a reason why she can declare as a junior, it's because she's that good.



Go Ducks,

Gina Hernandez The last couple of years as an Oregon women's basketball fan have been special. There are three key reasons why –, andHow do you thank these three remarkable women properly? By continuing to support the program that they brought into the national spotlight long after they are gone. Duck Nation needs to keep packing Matthew Knight Arena. They need to keep showing up at road games. They need to keep tuning in on television. And, they need to watch these players at the next level – the WNBA needs their viewership.Sabrina – 2K/1K/1K – the record breaker and setter. The goat. There will never be another player quite like her. Fearless and bold. She has changed the game forever.Ruthy – I feel like I never saw her miss a shot in the paint. I know she did, but, she was so good you forget that she is capable of missing. The other half to Sabrina's legacy. She wouldn't have it without Ruthy.Satou – her versatility is unreal. When she asked to step it – she did. She got stronger, fought harder, and left it all on the court. There's a reason why she can declare as a junior, it's because she's that good.Go Ducks,Gina Hernandez

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I got to see Mickey Mantle, Jim Brown, LeBron James, and Sabrina play live. Grand Slam. Each the best ever. 'Nuf said.

Mark Gissiner

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I met her across the Dinner table in January 2017 and everything I'd heard about her was true. She was extremely polite, whip smart, and one of the most humble people I'd ever met. As we chatted about her freshman year at the University of Oregon and the game of basketball, I found myself captivated by what a special young lady she was/is. However, what struck me most that night at dinner was the way she sweetly connected with my young daughter. The positive effect she has had on young girls and the attention she has brought to women's basketball has been magic to witness these past four years. Her athletic ability/accomplishments are unrivaled and will likely never be repeated.



But, Sabrina Ionescu is so much more than an amazing athlete. She is the personification of grace under pressure, kindness, faith and dare I say it — greatness. I think Kobe Bryant must be incredibly proud. I feel fortunate that I got to know her. It's surreal to think about when we began following Oregon women's basketball in 2013, and sitting a few rows behind the Oregon bench. Now, we share Matthew Knight Arena with as many as 12,000 fans per game, thanks to Coach Graves, Sabrina and many other outstanding young women.



Our little Family will miss you, Sabrina. Our thoughts/prayers go with you as this beautiful chapter closes and the next one begins. Thank you SO much for your special kindness to us, but especially to our daughter.

Gratefully,

Naomi Mimnaugh I met her across the Dinner table in January 2017 and everything I'd heard about her was true. She was extremely polite, whip smart, and one of the most humble people I'd ever met. As we chatted about her freshman year at the University of Oregon and the game of basketball, I found myself captivated by what a special young lady she was/is. However, what struck me most that night at dinner was the way she sweetly connected with my young daughter. The positive effect she has had on young girls and the attention she has brought to women's basketball has been magic to witness these past four years. Her athletic ability/accomplishments are unrivaled and will likely never be repeated.But,is so much more than an amazing athlete. She is the personification of grace under pressure, kindness, faith and dare I say it — greatness. I think Kobe Bryant must be incredibly proud. I feel fortunate that I got to know her. It's surreal to think about when we began following Oregon women's basketball in 2013, and sitting a few rows behind the Oregon bench. Now, we share Matthew Knight Arena with as many as 12,000 fans per game, thanks to Coach Graves, Sabrina and many other outstanding young women.Our little Family will miss you, Sabrina. Our thoughts/prayers go with you as this beautiful chapter closes and the next one begins. Thank you SO much for your special kindness to us, but especially to our daughter.Gratefully,Naomi Mimnaugh

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I remember their freshman year. When Sabrina passed a bullet ball to Ruthy and it hit her in the head! I think that is when we knew that Sab had game and the team was going to learn her way of balling fast!



We love them both!! And can't wait to watch them in the WNBA!

Kathy Myhre

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Sabrina and Ruthy,

Thank you for opening my eyes to women's basketball. You have both inspired me to join the movement and make as much of an impact as I can with our local girls youth basketball programs. You've impacted our community way beyond the basketball court. And on the basketball court, no one has ever done it better than you two. You both are truly special individuals. Thank you for all the memories and uniting so many people. Go Ducks.

Thank you,

Michael Crippen

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I have so enjoyed watching you play for these past four years. I played basketball in high school and at LCC for a year. So I know great basketball when I see it.



There have been times that my jaw drops when you run the pick and roll. It is so smooth, like butter spread on bread. I have told everyone I know that they should watch the Duck women play at least one game. I have two friends that moved to Tacoma (where I live now) that are Duck fans because the team plays great basketball.



Good luck in the WNBA. Watching you play for different teams will be odd. I know you both will be successful wherever you play. I know that when and if your team plays the Seattle Storm I will be there to watch and root you on.



Thanks for the memories.

Peg Cook

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Ruthy and Sab,

This has been what feels like a relatively short four years. As someone who went to both men's and women's basketball, I decided three years ago to put my efforts solely towards Oregon women's ball and commit to going to, if not all, as many games as possible, buying season tickets now for the past couple years. I want to thank you for the memories and building an amazing program up from a small following of hundreds to now sellouts and inspiring young women. Your choice to be here in Eugene has added a unique opportunity that is not lost on me and the many Duck fans across the globe.



There are too many memories I could share but minus this year's unfinished biz my best memory will be last March watching the Sweet Sixteen victory at Moda Center: Ruthy battling injury still giving as much as you can to try and get the job done, Sab playing 40 minutes almost every game, willing the team to a win. I applaud your hard work, determination and spirits that make it so addictive to be a Duck. Your stats have made me nerd out talking about what each of you did in the game the day before. I will miss giving a hi-five pregame, but I know this is just the beginning for you all and this won't be the last time I see either one of you play.

Sco' Ducks!

Nate Kahle

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Dear Sabrina and Ruthy:

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU for all the joy, fun and excitement that you have brought to Eugene and the Duck fan base! You both exemplify hard work, team work and passion for the game and are role models for so many young girls. We will be watching the last few games with joy and nostalgia. And we believe that you and the team can win the NCAA national championship this year!



Go Ducks!! After that, you both will be stars in the WNBA!

Thank you for everything and Godspeed!!!

Kay Porter, Ph.D.

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I have greatly enjoyed watching you play basketball for four years as a season-ticket holder. You both play with extreme skill, toughness, intelligence and flair. You play basketball the way it is meant to be played.



Winning the national championship may be the ultimate goal, but win or lose, your legacy will live on long after this season ends. You have inspired me to work harder to improve and be a better person. But I am an old man with not many years left. So more important is the inspiration you have given to our youth, especially young girls.



Maybe they won't grow up to be basketball stars — maybe soccer or track or volleyball or some other sport. Maybe they won't become athletic stars. But you will have inspired them to become a success in life and a better person. You will never know how many people you have inspired, but rest assured it is many and that is the legacy that the two of you have accomplished.

Mac Wyckoff

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There are countless ways you have each impacted our family, as fans of the Ducks and of the sport of basketball. Too many memories to list. The way you carry yourselves on and off the court with incredible strength and grace make me both proud to be a former female student-athlete, and hopeful for the future of women in sport.



But more than anything I want to thank you for the connection you have made with my 8-year-old daughter. She will never have two better women to inspire the strong female in her. Watching you grow alongside her has been an absolute joy and privilege. She will never forget Ruthy picking her up to join in on a "Go Ducks" cheer. I will never forget the look on her face when Sabrina secured that 1,000th rebound.



Because of you both Brynn will always understand the power of women who believe in each other and she will never underestimate herself. That is just one piece of your legacy. May you continue to spread it wherever your journey takes you next. We are so proud to call you both Ducks!

Kelly Schukart Sabrina and Ruthy:There are countless ways you have each impacted our family, as fans of the Ducks and of the sport of basketball. Too many memories to list. The way you carry yourselves on and off the court with incredible strength and grace make me both proud to be a former female student-athlete, and hopeful for the future of women in sport.But more than anything I want to thank you for the connection you have made with my 8-year-old daughter. She will never have two better women to inspire the strong female in her. Watching you grow alongside her has been an absolute joy and privilege. She will never forget Ruthy picking her up to join in on a "Go Ducks" cheer. I will never forget the look on her face when Sabrina secured that 1,000th rebound.Because of you both Brynn will always understand the power of women who believe in each other and she will never underestimate herself. That is just one piece of your legacy. May you continue to spread it wherever your journey takes you next. We are so proud to call you both Ducks!

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Dear Sabrina and Ruthy,

Since you have graced us with your presence on the court these past four years, you have given us so many gifts: the gift of your commitment to be your best on the court and off; the gift of your close friendship, evident from the way you work together so beautifully on the court—it's like a choreographed dance—and the expressions of your love and appreciation for one another (radiant smiles and jubilant celebrations); the gift of your amazing achievements, again on the court and off, how you balance the undoubtedly immense pressures of being high-performance, record-breaking student-athletes with such grace; the gift of entertaining us so delightfully with absolutely beautiful, unselfish, quintessentially team basketball; the gift of your leadership in cultivating new leaders and building a strong and sustaining women's basketball program at the UO; the gift of taking us along for the ride to the very pinnacle of achievement in women's college basketball nationally (what fun it was to see you in regional competition last year, all the way to the final 4); and the gift of sharing your journey and thoughts with us in countless interviews, letters to us, and expressions of grief, especially as you lost a dear friend and mentor in Kobe Bryant (The way you handled yourself with such grace and poise and authenticity in the face of unimaginable loss, Sabrina, was deeply inspiring. What happened spontaneously on the court at the OSU game when you all embraced, speaking at Kobe's memorial, pledging to live out his legacy by making significant contributions to women in basketball and sports in general and returning to play Stanford that same day and offering up all your accomplishments in his honor was truly a lesson in courage, humility and faith.).



From the bottom of our hearts, thank you, and bless you,

Therese Picado and Steve Curtis.

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My husband (Jon) and I are recent Oregon women's fans. Our favorite moment was deciding to drive to Seattle in 2018 to watch the Pac-12 Tournament at Key Arena. We didn't know what to expect, but wanted to be there to watch the women play. That was one of the best decision we ever made.



To watch them beat Stanford the way they did to become the Pac-12 Tournament champions was an amazing event. For the players to come up and thank all the fans that showed up to support them meant a lot to me and my husband. To stop and allow us to take a photo with them was something we will never forget.



We want to thank them and everyone in the team for helping us realize how great women's basketball is.

Rowena Ralston My husband (Jon) and I are recent Oregon women's fans. Our favorite moment was deciding to drive to Seattle in 2018 to watch the Pac-12 Tournament at Key Arena. We didn't know what to expect, but wanted to be there to watch the women play. That was one of the best decision we ever made.To watch them beat Stanford the way they did to become the Pac-12 Tournament champions was an amazing event. For the players to come up and thank all the fans that showed up to support them meant a lot to me and my husband. To stop and allow us to take a photo with them was something we will never forget.We want to thank them and everyone in the team for helping us realize how great women's basketball is.Rowena Ralston

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How far we have come since the days when women's basketball and volleyball shared the same uniforms, sometimes on the same day! Ruthy and Sabrina have been so instrumental in building Oregon women's basketball into an elite program and deserve buildings named after them as a thank you to their talent and hard work! Bring your tissues on Senior Night as there won't be a dry eye from the fans!

Becky Hanson

Oregon Women's Basketball Alum 1969-72

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To all the departing players from this year's team, 10,000 thanks. I have played and watched sports all my life and this is one of the very best teams ever. Classy attitudes, wonderfully varied backgrounds and huge talent.



Thanks to all for the tremendous season.

John Costello

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Rob Mullens he wanted for his team to have a full house. I saw Kelly tell us all often after the game, "I want 10,000 in MKA." Kelly got what he wanted.



But to the grandmothers that wasn't the deal. The deal was, the grandmothers were bringing their precious granddaughters to see these role models. They could bring their granddaughters to see powerful, high-quality women come from Alaska, come from California, to Oregon, to show what they learned and how they were coached. They could show the granddaughters what a successful woman, as a person, can accomplish. And if any of those granddaughters go on to play basketball at an elevated level, they have the imprint of grandma showing them the powerful, quality Oregon Duck women basketball team, as an example of what they too can do.



The force of Champions flows within them both, stand back, and let them play. To the grandmothers who brought their precious granddaughters, it did not go unnoticed. I say, "You did a good thing to bring them to see these two women."

Rick Ohlson

U of O '77 MS

Women's basketball season-ticket holder I began noticing in November at the games, grandmothers bringing one or two granddaughters to the game. I thought it was because Kelly toldhe wanted for his team to have a full house. I saw Kelly tell us all often after the game, "I want 10,000 in MKA." Kelly got what he wanted.But to the grandmothers that wasn't the deal. The deal was, the grandmothers were bringing their precious granddaughters to see these role models. They could bring their granddaughters to see powerful, high-quality women come from Alaska, come from California, to Oregon, to show what they learned and how they were coached. They could show the granddaughters what a successful woman, as a person, can accomplish. And if any of those granddaughters go on to play basketball at an elevated level, they have the imprint of grandma showing them the powerful, quality Oregon Duck women basketball team, as an example of what they too can do.The force of Champions flows within them both, stand back, and let them play. To the grandmothers who brought their precious granddaughters, it did not go unnoticed. I say, "You did a good thing to bring them to see these two women."Rick OhlsonU of O '77 MSWomen's basketball season-ticket holder

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Thank you for bringing women's sports to the forefront at Oregon. I was on the track team in the mid 90's and it was nothing like it is today and that is largely in part to you two.



Thanks for taking a chance with us, because we all fell in love with you both. Keep flying in the WNBA and I can't wait to see you at the next level.

Tonia Brewer

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Ruthy grew up in our mutual hometown: Fairbanks, Alaska. I first saw her as a baby when her parents brought her to the summer seasonal church at Harding Lake. I watched Ruthy from a distance grow into a wonderful young lady and great athlete as she progressed her way through our local schools playing basketball. What a thrill to have her sign to play basketball for my alma mater, the UO, then watching Ruthy and Sabrina play during my trips to Eugene.



A special memory is being on the plane to Fairbanks in November of 2018 with Ruthy and the team and then watching them play to the only standing-room crowd ever against the University of Alaska Fairbanks women's team. Ruthy and Sabrina were most gracious to the hometown team and then spent time signing autographs. We heard personally from local team members about how friendly the UO women were and how much they learned from them. Ruthy and Sabrina are outstanding ambassadors for the UO, for women's basketball and for their hometown cities and states.



A number of times our daughter and family who live in Lake Oswego have attended games and women's team events. Ruthy and Sabrina have been most gracious talking to and taking photos with our two grandchildren.



Go Ruthy and Go Sabrina. You are both remarkable young women and deserve the best life has to offer in your future ventures and adventures.

Jeff Cook

UO BBA 1966

UO BBA 1968

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I only started attending games after Sabrina and Ruthy began playing for Oregon. Now I will continue to attend because I know it is a good program and will continue to develop. Ruthy and Sabrina made the game exciting to watch — not just the winning, but the play. Thank you.

Linda Gesler

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However, their true contributions come from depth of character. Every action and every communication clearly exemplifies humility, a spirit of service, kindness, resilience and team spirit. Wishing both lives filled with health, happiness and success.



I hope that Minyon Moore receives recognition as well. She has added so much. Minyon may be new to the system but she has brought energy and determination that we all appreciate and admire. Thanks to her for making the difference that just may make the dream of a national championship so much closer to a reality.

Virginia Wertz Both make everyone associated with U of O so proud. They represent us all so well as athletes and competitors.However, their true contributions come from depth of character. Every action and every communication clearly exemplifies humility, a spirit of service, kindness, resilience and team spirit. Wishing both lives filled with health, happiness and success.I hope thatreceives recognition as well. She has added so much. Minyon may be new to the system but she has brought energy and determination that we all appreciate and admire. Thanks to her for making the difference that just may make the dream of a national championship so much closer to a reality.Virginia Wertz

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It has been great to see women's basketball soar to new heights. So glad we bought season tickets for 2019-20! So marvelous to see unselfish play by all, but especially Sabrina to both Ruthy and Satou. WNBA will be exciting to follow the next couple years with so many top Ducks playing.

Duck Alumni and fan

Diane Ray

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I am a long-time Oregon women's basketball fan, having started attending games in the early 80s, with our young children. Ruthy and Sabrina brought a new level of excitement to Oregon basketball. Although unable to attend many games due to disabilities and other health issues (and the fact that we now no longer live in Eugene... we moved to Sweet Home in retirement), we schedule our weeks this time of the year around the Ducks' schedule so that we NEVER miss a game. It has been thus for the past four years.



Both of these women (along with their teammates) show a level of class and competitiveness like no team I have ever seen. It is bittersweet that they are now seniors and about to leave. These two young women are such wonderful role models and great individuals. It has been an honor to watch them grow and develop over these past four seasons.



Best of luck to both as they move onto their respective futures. They are special beyond words.

Gary Jarvis, Sweet Home Oregon I am a long-time Oregon women's basketball fan, having started attending games in the early 80s, with our young children. Ruthy and Sabrina brought a new level of excitement to Oregon basketball. Although unable to attend many games due to disabilities and other health issues (and the fact that we now no longer live in Eugene... we moved to Sweet Home in retirement), we schedule our weeks this time of the year around the Ducks' schedule so that we NEVER miss a game. It has been thus for the past four years.Both of these women (along with their teammates) show a level of class and competitiveness like no team I have ever seen. It is bittersweet that they are now seniors and about to leave. These two young women are such wonderful role models and great individuals. It has been an honor to watch them grow and develop over these past four seasons.Best of luck to both as they move onto their respective futures. They are special beyond words.Gary Jarvis, Sweet Home Oregon

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You two play with pure joy. Thanks for letting us share the joy.

Much love from Pam and Rita

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We are long-time UO women's basketball fans and we have never seen anything like the chemistry that Sabrina and Ruthy have. We love the pick and roll and they play it to perfection, and Ruthy has improved her range too. It is so wonderful to see two basketball stars who have the numbers they have and also the grace and humility. We could not pick out one moment to remember, but just the wonderful four years they have given the program.

Richard and Michele van Pelt

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The word that comes to mind when I think of you is joy. I have never felt more joy in sports than watching the two of you together these past four seasons.



Before you came to us basketball was just a sport. You elevated that sport to a level I never thought I would see. You see it looking around Matt Knight Arena on game night. Each game you bring something special; something we had not seen before. You see the joy on fans' faces and you feel it in the air.



I will cry when you are gone because the emotion is strong. It will be hard to see you go but I will remain filled with joy remembering what you gave to us.

Leilani Norman The word that comes to mind when I think of you is joy. I have never felt more joy in sports than watching the two of you together these past four seasons.Before you came to us basketball was just a sport. You elevated that sport to a level I never thought I would see. You see it looking around Matt Knight Arena on game night. Each game you bring something special; something we had not seen before. You see the joy on fans' faces and you feel it in the air.I will cry when you are gone because the emotion is strong. It will be hard to see you go but I will remain filled with joy remembering what you gave to us.Leilani Norman

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You two are absolutely the best! Thank you for all you have given us. It's been a great ride!! Go Ducks!!!

Deb Dotters

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Two years ago we moved here from Coos Bay. My daughter was just getting into basketball, so we figured, why not put her in the women's Duck basketball camp? That day Zoey got to do drills and experience one-on-one time with the great Sabrina. Ever since then she has been our family's favorite athlete ,behind Kobe Bryant.

Frankie Huson

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Your lives as fighting Oregon Duck ballers have changed the course for women in ways yet to be seen and understood; for basketball because of your extraordinary talent, combo passes and record-breaking playing; and for our University in general.



Too many words to express, but THANK YOU must suffice. Thank you so much! One of my favorite memories of you two are when the two of you would hug each other while hopping up and down wildly screaming! Yes, thank you for the memories.

All bests to you both!

Kathy Gilbert

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As a former high school basketball player, I cannot thank you enough for all you have done for women in basketball and in sports overall. You have both paved the road for future generations and have been the best role models for young women. Thank you both!

Natalie Smith

J.D. Candidate, 2021

University of Oregon School of Law

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Thank you so much for everything you've done to make every Ducks alumnus like myself so very, very proud! I feel so honored to have been on the official stat crew when Alison Lang, Bev Smith , and Laurie Landerholm played for the Ducks. Now, over the past four years, I've seen two young ladies break all of their records, and elevate Ducks women's basketball to levels never seen before in Eugene and the State of Oregon!



How lucky am I?



Your play and work ethic on the court are second to none! To see you play and feed off each other is beautiful to watch! Absolutely beautiful!



What can you say about your commitment off the court? The list of non-profit activities you've done over the past four years could stretch from Walnut Creek to Fairbanks! Incredible!



Sabrina: The way you handled yourself last Monday in front of over 20,000 mourners was so truly amazing and from the heart! Wow!!



I can't wait to see the both of you play these last 11 games for the Ducks!! It truly will be a treasure! And, to see you cut down the nets in Eugene, Las Vegas, Portland, and finally New Orleans! The City of New Orleans is called "the Big Easy". We all know there will a ton of hard work done to win a National Championship and it won't be easy! But, I can't think of two better women than Sabrina and Ruthy, Ruthy and Sabrina, that will do everything they possibly can to realize that dream!



Thank you again and Go Ducks!

Dan Zusman Sabrina and Ruthy! Ruthy and Sabrina! Two absolutely amazing student-athletes who will always be linked for putting Oregon at the top of the women's basketball national map.Thank you so much for everything you've done to make every Ducks alumnus like myself so very, very proud! I feel so honored to have been on the official stat crew when Alison Lang,, and Laurie Landerholm played for the Ducks. Now, over the past four years, I've seen two young ladies break all of their records, and elevate Ducks women's basketball to levels never seen before in Eugene and the State of Oregon!How lucky am I?Your play and work ethic on the court are second to none! To see you play and feed off each other is beautiful to watch! Absolutely beautiful!What can you say about your commitment off the court? The list of non-profit activities you've done over the past four years could stretch from Walnut Creek to Fairbanks! Incredible!Sabrina: The way you handled yourself last Monday in front of over 20,000 mourners was so truly amazing and from the heart! Wow!!I can't wait to see the both of you play these last 11 games for the Ducks!! It truly will be a treasure! And, to see you cut down the nets in Eugene, Las Vegas, Portland, and finally New Orleans! The City of New Orleans is called "the Big Easy". We all know there will a ton of hard work done to win a National Championship and it won't be easy! But, I can't think of two better women than Sabrina and Ruthy, Ruthy and Sabrina, that will do everything they possibly can to realize that dream!Thank you again and Go Ducks!Dan Zusman

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In 2016 you took a chance on Oregon.

Freshman year your coming out party surprised us all.

Sophomore year you answered all the expectations.

Junior year you made history.

Senior year you left a legacy.



Thanks for raising the bar

Best. Duo. Ever.

Emrance Berger

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Some of my favorite memories of you two are the times when, after a great game, you were caught on camera hugging each other, jumping up and down, smiling, laughing and wildly screaming with JOY! Thank you so much for all your obvious drive and commitment, for your tenacious teamwork and for your love of the game. That same love showed strong in your love for one another and for your fans. It was a gift to all of us who love you back and had the pleasure of watching you play UO basketball. May God richly bless all of your future dreams and endeavors!

Thank you so much...

Kathleen Gilbert Some of my favorite memories of you two are the times when, after a great game, you were caught on camera hugging each other, jumping up and down, smiling, laughing and wildly screaming with JOY! Thank you so much for all your obvious drive and commitment, for your tenacious teamwork and for your love of the game. That same love showed strong in your love for one another and for your fans. It was a gift to all of us who love you back and had the pleasure of watching you play UO basketball. May God richly bless all of your future dreams and endeavors!Thank you so much...Kathleen Gilbert

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Ruthy and Sabrina's impact on Oregon women's basketball will forever be the standard of excellence that every young woman entering the program will strive to achieve. Their continual hard work, friendship, dedication, and unselfish play will live on as other Oregon women take the torch those two ladies help light.



Let's face it. A few years ago only a handful of people watched Oregon women's basketball. Now, the Oregon women's basketball games are one of the hottest tickets in town, and those two are largely responsible for that! That excitement has carried well beyond Oregon. As a diehard Oregon fan it is very rewarding to hear all the star athletes around the country gushing about Sabrina, Ruthy and the Oregon women's basketball team! Go Ducks!!!



One of my favorite memories out of the hundreds they've provided came at the end of the third quarter against Arizona. Sabrina hit the fade-away three-pointer to beat the buzzer and Ruthy ran over, picked her up and twirled her around. The smile on both of their faces said it all. They have such a genuine love for each other and an infectious joy for the game.

Tom Turner

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First, I must confess I am 80 so I have an interesting experience. I had two years of high school in Bagley, Wisc., and there were no sports for girls. But across the Mississippi in Iowa, they had basketball for girls. It was halfcourt play, but they got to play. My Iowa player friend became an All-American player.



We had no women's basketball team when I attended U of O.



But our family was living in Oregon City in the 90's, the halcyon days of girl's basketball. In fact, I was on the Oregon City Commission and as president of our Oregon City Improvement Trust, we provided funding for Brad Smith and Carl Tinsley's End of The Oregon Trail Summer Tournament. Those high school teams elevated our pride in our little city.



Because of this, my son Justin became manager for the Oregon State women's team. And from that experience, we (I say we because I visited wherever he worked) began a journey of schools and communities. We even got to Germany.



So I have seen a lot of games and the evolution of women's basketball and there is absolutely no doubt that the achievements of Sabrina, Ruthy and other members of the Duck team have significantly altered the respect for WBB. My son endured derision for being a guy working in the field so as a mom it's nice to see RESPECT for what women have achieved.

Suzanne Brouillard VanOrman

Class of '61

Fmr. Oregon City Commissioner

Fmr. Oregon State Representative

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How can you not love Sabrina and Ruthy? They are the epitome of teammates — inspiring, aggressive and unselfish athletes, smart players, and all this with integrity and incredible sportsmanship! Thank you, both, for inspiring us all to pass the ball when someone else has a better shot, and to take the shot when it isn't the easiest thing to do! You two make it all look easy, with grace and two great smiles!



Thank you! What a sweet tandem career you've shared with us! You make me and my husband proud to be Duck fans! We love you two, and will miss you! GO DUCKS!!!

Dana and Chuck Stegner

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Dear Sabrina and Ruthy,

Thank you for the endless entertainment and passion you show on the court. You've made me look forward to every women's game. I love watching your faces after making a big move in the game and hearing the crowd match your energy.



I wish I could've watched you both all of my four years, but you will be truly missed next year. I feel honored to be a fellow Duck alongside you guys and can't wait to see wait you do in the

future.

Maggie O'Dell

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Thank you Sabrina and Ruthy for elevating women's basketball at a local and national level.



And thank you for truly understanding what team means! Such an important lesson for all team sports and you are a class example!

Kelly Seeley

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Duck Alums and Duck fans, my wife Shelly and I had never watched a women's basketball game until March 2018. That's when, on a whim, we bought tickets to the first two games of the NCAA Tournament here in Eugene.



It was love at first sight — we knew we were watching greatness in the making in Sabrina, Ruthy and the rest of the team. To paraphrase a former local sports writer, these women played basketball the way it was meant to be played. Such talent, athleticism, unselfishness, grace, and class. That team enamored me enough to follow them to the regional in Spokane, where we lost to Notre Dame in the Elite Eight.



We bought season tickets for 2018-19 as soon as they went on sale. We attended every home game, travelled to Corvallis for the Civil War, and travelled to Portland for the Regional. We renewed our season tickets for 2019-20, and bought tickets to the Final Four in New Orleans for this April months ago, as soon as we could. Sabrina, Ruthy and the rest of the team have turned us into women's basketball fans, and that will continue after they move on from the UO.



See you in New Orleans! Go Ducks!

Jens Schmidt

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Before Title IX and before women's sports, I spent my days in U of O PE-facilities. Training in sports, teaching sports and competing, I have never been prouder of Duck athletes! Ruthy loping back down the floor, with her great, strong strides and Sabrina charging forward, head up, surveying the entire floor. Those two visions play over and over in my minds eye.



You two, your entire team and a classy coach have propelled women's sports forward, as never before. What a time to be a Duck, to follow ALL the amazing sports accomplishments and to know there is more to come. We will be watching with pride.



Bleeding green...

Gay McKinlay

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Dear Sabrina and Ruthy,

Congratulations on your successful years at the University of Oregon. You broke records on the basketball court. You excelled in the classroom. You make us proud to be Ducks!



You'll be in our hearts forever!

Go Ducks!

Richard and Carol Yetter

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Just want to say that it's been such a privilege to watch such dedicated athletes play on the Oregon women's basketball team. You've continually worked to improve your games and your shots. We, the fans, will miss the chemistry between the two of you.



We wish you both the very best the future has to offer and we know you will never settle for less than the best you can give!

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

Dan & Shelly Lyman

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Sabrina and Ruthy,

No one can teach chemistry between two people. Coming from different backgrounds you have come together as sisters sharing the same passion to play the game you love to the very best of your abilities. You have been there to help each other through the highs and lows both on and off the court.



As Ducks fans we have been blessed by your presence and the way you have respectfully and humbly represented our nation, our state, your/our university, your team, and those of us lucky enough to have journeyed with you during your four years at Oregon. In return all we can find to say is "thank you," which seems very trite for all you've given us. God Bless you and may every happiness and success be yours in the coming years. You will be forever welcome in Duck Nation.



With Gratitude and Love--GO DUCKS

Jill and Marl Carter Sabrina and Ruthy,No one can teach chemistry between two people. Coming from different backgrounds you have come together as sisters sharing the same passion to play the game you love to the very best of your abilities. You have been there to help each other through the highs and lows both on and off the court.As Ducks fans we have been blessed by your presence and the way you have respectfully and humbly represented our nation, our state, your/our university, your team, and those of us lucky enough to have journeyed with you during your four years at Oregon. In return all we can find to say is "thank you," which seems very trite for all you've given us. God Bless you and may every happiness and success be yours in the coming years. You will be forever welcome in Duck Nation.With Gratitude and Love--GO DUCKSJill and Marl Carter

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As a UO faculty member I couldn't be prouder of how they represent our campus.



As a coach for my daughter's basketball team, I appreciate how they've elevated the women's game.



And as a basketball fan I'm blown away by how the big expectations of their freshman year have been so thoroughly exceeded.

Dev Sinha

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I cannot express how much fun it is to watch you two young women play ball at U of O. The skill and genuine enjoyment that you have for the game is contagious to all.



I wish you both happiness and success in your future endeavors, but most of all, I wish for you to continue to have fun!

Beverlee Workman

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I have never been a sports fan. I grew up in an age where one could only see men playing, and I couldn't relate. There were no serious women's sports of any kind in those days.



Then last year I heard about the Duck women's basketball team, so I went to a home game early last season and was immediately in love. I watched both Sabrina and Ruthy especially, and I thought, "These are women playing their own game and not trying to compete or be like men." It was so refreshing and empowering. This is a model for women, not just in basketball, but in life!



We bought season tickets this year and my husband and I have come to every home game and stood outside for two hours in order to get seats where I could see these women's faces. We have our T-shirts and are now solid fans. The members of the team will change but the energy will be building on what these two women started.



Thank you both!

Kaya Singer

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Thank you for sharing your adventure with us. Both of you have exemplified strong, determined women. You have served as role models for girls and young women. Your strength and determination has shown a new generation of girls that hard work and dedication is a winning combination. Your love for team and each other is very obvious and has served you and U of O well. It has shown that most goals can be accomplished with the help of your team/family.



May your new path be wonderful and fulfilling.

Lynn and Roger Stapes

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Dear Sabrina and Ruthy,

My sister and brother-in-law moved here from Ohio four years ago. Up to that point, I had never been able to interest them in any sports. In the past two years, they have become your ardent fans and attend games when possible or watch you play on TV. I have you to thank for that!



As Purdue alumni, I never thought I'd share allegiance with another school, but we "adopted" the Ducks in 1975 when we moved here and started attending women's basketball in 2002 when we retired. It's been a real pleasure to see what you have done for the sport here in Oregon and around the nation. Thanks for being outstanding role models and for giving Duck fans a great four years of memories. We will miss you terribly but look forward to your next years in the WNBA!

Charlotte and Ted Sexton

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Goosebumps and tears. That's what I feel every time I attend a UO women's basketball game this season.



Watching the crowd grow throughout the last four years has been remarkable. And what a great time to be raising two teenage girls! Ruthy and Sabrina have brought strength, determination, talent, and class to the UO program. You have created something lasting and incredibly special.



At my 13 year-old daughter's games, it's common to hear things like, "did you see that Sabrina pass?" or "that girl goes up strong like Ruthy" or "that was a great Satou spin!" What an honor it has been to watch these young women grow personally and on the court.



We all remember our college years, but thanks to Sabrina and Ruthy, we will remember theirs. It looks like we will now become WNBA fans. And Sabrina, thanks for that Costco selfie with my girls! You will always have a home in Eugene.

Andria Martin

Season-ticket holder, big fan, and mother of two teenage girls

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As the mom of two girls who were really into sports, it was evident the times had changed. Youth sports was more serious and sophisticated, starting at a really early age. I will admit I got suckered in and spent more money than we should, but won't trade any of the memories.



I remember the basketball games at my girls' high school. The turnout was always about 30 percent for the girls compared to the boys. It was clear that while female sports had evolved, male sports still dominated. I held that in my head.



In 2019 I went with my girls to an Oregon women's basketball game and it was sold out! I expressed my surprise and both of my kids did not know what I was talking about. They said, essentially, "we are ranked No. 6 in the country. We have the best college basketball player — male or female. Why wouldn't the game be sold out?" And aren't they right?



A huge thanks to Sabrina, Ruthy, Satou and the amazing Kelly Graves (we live in Spokane so have enjoyed him for years) for their part in making female sports normalized. Of course they would sell out! They are amazing athletes.



We are sad to see our family's U of O time come to an end. It's a special place and what a year they have had. It's clear it's not about the Rose Bowl win or the women's basketball ride. It says more about the people and the institution.

Thank you,

Erica Hallock

Mom of Gillian Hallock, U of O, Class of 2020 I am the proud mom of a senior Duck and a freshman Bronco (we tried to get two Ducks!). Growing up, I was, at best, a mediocre athlete. do still remember when my fourth-grade team the Firebirds made it to the Southern California championship and we all got to go to Disneyland. For me, sports was about hanging with my friends and getting oranges at halftime and for some inexplicable reason, a soda after the game.As the mom of two girls who were really into sports, it was evident the times had changed. Youth sports was more serious and sophisticated, starting at a really early age. I will admit I got suckered in and spent more money than we should, but won't trade any of the memories.I remember the basketball games at my girls' high school. The turnout was always about 30 percent for the girls compared to the boys. It was clear that while female sports had evolved, male sports still dominated. I held that in my head.In 2019 I went with my girls to an Oregon women's basketball game and it was sold out! I expressed my surprise and both of my kids did not know what I was talking about. They said, essentially, "we are ranked No. 6 in the country. We have the best college basketball player — male or female. Why wouldn't the game be sold out?" And aren't they right?A huge thanks to Sabrina, Ruthy, Satou and the amazing(we live in Spokane so have enjoyed him for years) for their part in making female sports normalized. Of course they would sell out! They are amazing athletes.We are sad to see our family's U of O time come to an end. It's a special place and what a year they have had. It's clear it's not about the Rose Bowl win or the women's basketball ride. It says more about the people and the institution.Thank you,Erica HallockMom of Gillian Hallock, U of O, Class of 2020

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Ruthy and Sabrina, thank you for these past four years that you have poured your hearts and souls into to make Oregon Duck women's basketball so enjoyable and absolutely thrilling and unifying as a community. Thank you especially for returning for your senior years to help accomplish the "unfinished business" we all hope for.



You are a gift to us all that we will never forget. We wish you continued success in the WNBA and in the rest of your inspiring lives.

Jim and Colleen Fitzgibbons

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I had the pleasure of teaching my 5-year-old grandson the names of Ruthy and Sabrina while watching one of their NCAA wins in 2018. Then last year in Portland I excitedly gave my family the news that the Ducks had made it to the Final Four. This year I will be in New Orleans and fully expect to see this team, with Sabrina and Ruthy at the helm, play there.



I am not a born sports fan. What attracts me to this team is their work ethic, the way they work together for a common goal and their support for each other. The departing players, Sabrina, Ruthy, Satou and Minyon, all embody this. When Matt Knight arena is packed to the rafters night after night it is impossible to ignore how these young women and their teammates have pulled this community together. At a time when it feels as if our country is falling apart, coming to Matt Knight Arena is the perfect antidote. There is simply no other place I would rather be!



Thank you for showing us what is possible when you passionately strive together. Rock on, sisters.

Joan Rawlings-Boyd

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It has been so fun to watch Sabrina and Ruthy these last four years!



I have a been a long time women's basketball fan. When they first started as freshmen, there were the loyal women's fans, but it has been exciting to see the fan base grow as they have progressed!

Thank you so much! You have impacted us all! You are both such a strong example of hard work, determination, grace and integrity! You will be missed. Best wishes in your future adventures. Sincerely, Susan Wright

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It's hard to find a place to start with this. How do you sum up the dynasty that you two (and all the other wonderful women on this team) have created? I have never felt a passion for a team that I have felt for this team. I've celebrated with you, cried with you, and supported wherever you have been.



To Sabrina,

There aren't really words to describe your career here at Oregon. You have created a movement for women's basketball not just in Oregon but nationwide. The recognition you get from all the top players in the

world from the WNBA and NBA is more than deserved. To me, you're a superhuman. The strength you show in everyday life and on the court, no matter what is going on, is something for anyone to aspire to. The first

women's game I ever went to, you got ANOTHER triple-double, and from then on I haven't missed a single home game (and some away games). I wish you all the luck in the WNBA and I can't wait to drive wherever I

need to just to see you play in person more, because it's an experience that one truly cannot describe.



To Ruthy,

You really are a silent killer. The paint is yours and no one can stop you when you have the ball in your hands. It seems like when I'm watching any of the games, one second you have five points and the next you

have 25 points. You are the most reliable forward a team can have and watching you is something else. Thank you for blessing us by joining this team four years ago and I can't wait to see you in the WNBA killing it

more.



Love,

Nicolle Swanson

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For me, it's just the absolute beauty of the pick-and-roll, raising sport to an art form. They do it so many ways and it's just beautiful. Thank you for that.

Bob Zagorin

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Three years ago our friends kept telling us how great the Oregon women's basketball team was. They treated us to a game and we went to several more, loving the energy of the team and the fans.



Two years of season tickets later, and part of the Huddle, we are hooked. Ruthy and Sabrina have a sports bond like no other, so wonderful to watch. We're very happy they chose Oregon, and will miss them dearly. We are increasing our two season tickets for next year to four or maybe six so we can bring more friends to the greatest game in town. Thank you also to Coach Graves.

Bill Schrieber

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Aside from giving appreciation and thank-you's to Sabrina and Ruthy for bringing their athletic gifts to Oregon, I most admire them and each one of their teammates for their comportment, class and character in representing Oregon athletics in the very best possible way.



They teach team-first, not me-first attitudes. Thank all of you for a wonderful four years.

Nick and Deeanne Workhoven

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Ruthy Hebard and Sabrina Ionescu have been two of my biggest sources of inspiration recently. As a UO student, it is quite clear that they are not only leading our basketball team, but leading the community as well. They are showing each person who sets foot on campus, who watches a game at Matt Knight, or who just happens to see a clip or headline about our team what it means to be a Duck.



It means to set an example for your peers, to do the right thing even when no one is watching, and to convey, by both words and actions, that you are looking out for your fellow Ducks. Perhaps most strikingly, these two women know what it means to work hard. You don't hear about them partying, you don't hear about them acting up on social media, you hear about their determination. You hear about their dedication to the game.



Athletes like Hebard and Ionescu provide inspiration and motivation beyond just their sport. They are role models for hard work and perseverance in any setting. The leadership and unparalleled work ethic that Hebard and Ionescu radiate is palpable, both on and far beyond the basketball court.

Audrey Kalman

UO '22 I haven't played in a basketball game in years, and yet,andhave been two of my biggest sources of inspiration recently. As a UO student, it is quite clear that they are not only leading our basketball team, but leading the community as well. They are showing each person who sets foot on campus, who watches a game at Matt Knight, or who just happens to see a clip or headline about our team what it means to be a Duck.It means to set an example for your peers, to do the right thing even when no one is watching, and to convey, by both words and actions, that you are looking out for your fellow Ducks. Perhaps most strikingly, these two women know what it means to work hard. You don't hear about them partying, you don't hear about them acting up on social media, you hear about their determination. You hear about their dedication to the game.Athletes like Hebard and Ionescu provide inspiration and motivation beyond just their sport. They are role models for hard work and perseverance in any setting. The leadership and unparalleled work ethic that He