“The reason I play is for my teammates,” the senior explained. “We have so much fun together—whether it’s grabbing food before games or enjoying the bus rides. I love doing something for them, not just for myself.”
She continued, “The away tournaments are a highlight for me. We get to hang out, bond, and comeback from those weekends feeling so much closer as a team.”
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This selfless mindset has made Buck the go-to leader for the Warriors this season.
“Her growth as a player and teammate has been incredibly rewarding to witness as a coach,” said head coach Matt Reese. “She’s such an important part of what we want to accomplish as a team.”
An honorable mention selection last year, Buck is also looking ahead to her next chapter off the court: college.
“I would love to go to Auburn to pursue a hospitality or culinary degree,” she shared. “Or I could see myself at Texas A&M studying business. I’ve got to make a decision in the next few months.”
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For now, Buck is fully embracing her final season wearing the green and gold.
Reflecting on her journey, she shared some advice for younger players: “The advice I would give to girls coming into high school is to not overthink everything,” she said. “Sometimes you have to go with the flow and not worry about what others think. Make your own path.”
And she certainly has.