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Sabrina Ionescu Day Celebrated in Eugene, Inspiring Future Athletes

5/12/2025

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Sabrina Ionescu, the celebrated University of Oregon star and WNBA champion, will grace Eugene on May 12, now officially recognized as "Sabrina Ionescu Day." Mayor Kaarin Knudson praised her for inspiring young athletes and lauded her groundbreaking achievements as the first NCAA player to reach 2,000 points, 1,000 rebounds, and 1,000 assists.

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Sabrina Ionescu, the celebrated University of Oregon star and WNBA champion, will grace Eugene on May 12, now officially recognized as "Sabrina Ionescu Day." Mayor Kaarin Knudson praised her for inspiring young athletes and lauded her groundbreaking achievements as the first NCAA player to reach 2,000 points, 1,000 rebounds, and 1,000 assists.