On Saturday, DePaul Athletics welcomed back more than 60 women basketball alums and their families.
Prior to the game, all alumni and their families were invited to a pre-game reception in DePaul’s new Alumni Center. Food, fun, and family were a commonality recognized at this event. Hugs were abundant; laughter and excitement coupled with appreciation at the framed pictures that adorned the Alumni Center’s conference room was also a shared moment among the group.
Despite running over to greet his former players with pink and white gym shoes in hand, Coach Bruno thanked his former players for their dedication and support of the program. “You ladies have paved the way…thank you for being here today—now let’s BEAT Villanova,” was bellowed out as Coach Bruno made his way back over to McGrath Arena for the start of the game.
At halftime, players were called to center court and acknowledged by Director of Athletics, and former DePaul women’s basketball player Jean Lenti Ponsetto. The night was capped off with the Blue Demons beating the Wildcats of Villanova, 64-60.
Special thanks to all of the alumnae who helped make this day special in so many ways!
Becky Blacharczyk
Candis Blankston
Kris Booker Rastrelli
Sue Buhmann Brodie
Stacy Krumrei Bruno
Diane Bryniarski
Patti Hie
Ciara Johnson
Cathy Pezdirtz Jones
Kelly Hogan Lenti
Kandace Nied Lenti
Jeanene Novick Levar
Karen Loiacono
Chris Mazik
Lori Newcombe
Barbra Atsaves Pabst
Jean Lenti Ponsetto
Jenna Rubino
Beth Hasenmiller Sauser
Caprice Smith
Khara Smith
Natasha Williams
