LSU star Angel Reese has had a basketball court in Baltimore County renamed in her honor.

Angel Reese, the Louisiana State University basketball player, has been honored with a basketball court dedicated in her name in her hometown of Baltimore. On July 17, 2023, the Scotts Branch Recreation Activity Center was filled with friends, family, and local authorities, including Baltimore County Executive John Olszewski, to witness the dedication of Angel Reese Court.

At the dedication, Angel spoke of her pride in being from Baltimore and her appreciation for the opportunity to inspire the kids in the crowd, saying, “I go to LSU, but Baltimore, Randallstown, is always home for me. I just want to thank everybody for coming and to give hope to kids in the crowd that one day this can be you.”

Angel’s achievements this season have been recognized in a variety of ways. Not only was the basketball court dedicated to her, but she is also being given the key to the city of Baltimore on July 18, 2023. Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott said that Angel will be honored at the Baltimore City Hall Rotunda.

As the energetic forward of the LSU basketball team, Angel led her team to its first national championship in early 2023, becoming the first player to record 25 points, 20 rebounds, and five blocks in an NCAA Women’s Tournament game since 2000. Her outstanding performance was recognized when she was named the Most Outstanding Player of the 2023 Final Four.

Before joining LSU, Angel played for her high school basketball team and then went to the University of Maryland. After transferring to LSU, she averaged 23 points and 15 rebounds to become a unanimous First-Team All-American. Now, she has been signed on as the new face of the Black-owned haircare brand, Mielle Organics.

Angel Reese is an inspiration to many, and her accomplishments this past season have been celebrated in a variety of ways. The dedication of Angel Reese Court in her hometown of Baltimore is just one of the many honors given to the NCAA champion.

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