Gianna Bryant, a promising young basketball player and daughter of Kobe Bryant, tragically lost her life in a helicopter crash in January 2020. The article highlights her dream of playing for the University of Connecticut under coach Geno Auriemma. Recently, Auriemma's team won their 12th national championship, leading Vanessa Bryant to pay tribute to her late daughter on social media, expressing how much Gigi would have loved to be part of the celebration. Kobe Bryant was also proud of Gigi's basketball skills and coached her before their untimely passing.
Vanessa Bryant paid tribute to her daughter while congratulating Auriemma and Connecticut on her Instagram Stories. 'Gigi would've loved being there with you,' Bryant wrote.
Kobe Bryant had high praise for Gianna's abilities on the court, saying, 'This one, she's something else.' He coached her club basketball team until his untimely passing.
Auriemma reminisced about Gianna's visit to the UConn locker room, highlighting her excitement and admiration, saying, 'The smile, the way her eyes just took everything in.'
Gianna Bryant dreamed of playing for UConn, and had she pursued her dream, she would have been part of the team that won a national championship.
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