I did a story in today's Tribune about junior guard Amanda Best, who committed to New Mexico during the weekend.
You can read the story here:
Junior jumps at shot at playing for Lobos
Here's a few notes that didn't make the story.
Amanda was naturally impressed by The Pit atmosphere when she saw the Lobos play New Mexico State on Jan. 1. During her visit, she talked with coaches about her prospects if she came to New Mexico. Amanda and her mother were delighted by coach Flanagan's responses, explaining she could work her way into the lineup as a freshman but she had to earn her position on the team. He told them he doesn't recruit trouble and seeks highly motivated athletes willing to play within a team concept.
She did not get a chance to interact much with the players but did get a chance to see a player's dorm room.
The family hadn't heard much about New Mexico but began researching the team a year ago when they received recruiting mail from the Lobos and about 60 other teams. New Mexico quickly made Amanda's short list because of it's recent success and fan support, among other reasons outlined in today's story.
She has played against freshman center Angela Hartill, who is from Deerpark, Wash., but doesn't know her on a personal level. Amanda said word among the prep circles in Washington was that Angela is doing well and is happy in New Mexico. Amanda said Angela's success also helped her feel comfortable about joining the Lobos.
For more women's basketball news, check out the Tribune and this blog.

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