I had the privilege of working alongside Jo for two years at Virginia, and I can honestly say there are few people in this profession who care more deeply about doing things the RIGHT way and for the RIGHT reasons.
She led with grace, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to helping our student-athletes grow…not just as players, but as women. She cared deeply about their experience and led with authenticity, compassion, and the highest level of integrity. Her investment didn’t stop with the players, either. She took immense pride in developing her young staff members, and I truly wouldn’t be where I am today without her belief in me, her mentorship, and the opportunities she gave me.
In a profession where coaches are often criticized and too few people publicly speak up in their defense, I wanted to. I’m incredibly grateful for my time at Virginia, and I’ll always be thankful to Jo for believing in me, challenging me, and giving me my start. 🤍
A report published on July 2 by the Augusta Free Press claims Virginia head coach Joanna Hardin has been accused of creating a "toxic" environment and fostering a "culture of fear and intimidation."
UVA is coming off a third-straight NCAA Regional.
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