Vanessa Bryant’s powerful tribute to Gigi after UConn’s national title win
When the UConn women's basketball team clinched the 2025 national championship with a commanding win over Dawn Staley's South Carolina Gamecocks, it was more than just another title for the legendary program. For Vanessa Bryant, it was a deeply personal moment, one that brought memories of her daughter Gianna "Gigi" Bryant rushing back to the spotlight.Shortly after the win, Vanessa shared a heartfelt message on social media in honor of Gigi, who had long dreamed of wearing a Huskies jersey. "Gigi would've loved being with you," Vanessa wrote, alongside a powerful quote from her daughter: "When you think you can't, UConn!" The message resonated far beyond the box score, it was a tribute to a future that was taken far too soon.Vanessa Bryant fulfills one of Kobe Bryant's lifelong dreamsGigi Bryant: forever a HuskyGigi's connection to UConn wasn't just casual […]