Being happy, developing to her full potential, and being part of a family-like environment. All of those played into the decision of four-star 2023 guard Montaya Dew when she committed to Arizona just before Christmas. Another player’s decision helped convince her that the Wildcats could provide all of that.
“Sam Thomas, she’s back because of the COVID year,” Dew said. “She wants to play for Adia Barnes and wants to continue to play under Adia Barnes. It just puts a whole other perspective into how much players trust in Coach Adia.”
There’s been a lot of talk that high school players might be concerned about the possible return of super seniors.