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The 10 best freshman and sophomore guards in women's March Madness
One must-see guard scores from anywhere like the WNBA's Kelsey Plum. Another handles pressure like Chelsea Gray.
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Audi Crooks hears the haters. But Iowa State's star inherited resilience from her mom and joy from her dad. Her high-scoring game is the ultimate counterpoint.
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