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Saunders Represents BIG EAST on NCAA Student-Athlete Engagement Group

Omaha, Neb. -- Junior Rachael Saunders is one of 32 athletes selected to represent their respective school and conference on the NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Student-Athlete Engagement Group.

The group will serve as an amplifying voice for women's basketball on key initiatives, legislation and various issues.

"It's an honor to be selected to represent the Big East and I hope to advocate for our players and coaches to the best of my ability," said Saunders. "In the short term, we are planning to ensure a safe and competitive season. In the long term, this group is really talented and I believe that we can make enact positive change in our respective leagues and NCAA women's basketball as a whole.