Source: BroBible
Summary
Audi Crooks, a star player for Iowa State’s women’s college basketball team, is leaving the program and entering the transfer portal. Her mom, Michelle Cook, criticized Iowa State athletic director Jamie Pollard, suggesting he doesn’t interact enough with athletes. Cook’s comments were supported by another parent of a former player. This comes amid a mass exodus of players from the team, with nine players seeking new opportunities.
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The habit gets a new name.
Audi Crooks’ decision to leave Iowa State is just another sign of the program’s struggles. Her mom’s criticism of athletic director Jamie Pollard highlights the lack of connection between administrators and athletes. The fact that multiple parents are speaking out against Pollard is a bad look for the university. The real question is, how many more players will leave before someone takes responsibility?
The routine arrives with confidence, but the results are always the same.
Author: Evan Null
