Azzi Fudd says Kobe and Gigi Bryant’s spirit helped fuel UConn’s title win
Azzi Fudd isn't just celebrating a national title-she's reflecting on something deeper. In the aftermath of UConn's emotional win over South Carolina, the star guard opened up about a powerful presence she felt during the game: Kobe and Gianna Bryant.Speaking to TMZ Sports while doing a celebratory shift at Raising Cane's with teammate KK Arnold, Fudd recalled a spiritual connection that took her by surprise mid-game. "There were a couple scores-24, 8-in the stat line," she said, referring to Kobe's iconic jersey numbers. "Someone asked me if I believed in God's power, and I just knew-that was Kobe. That was Gigi. They were there with us."A personal connection to the BryantsFudd's connection to the Bryant family isn't just symbolic, it's personal. She trained with Kobe and Gianna in Los Angeles just months before their tragic passing in 2020. Photos from […]
