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It’s time for Sha’Carri Richardson to give back the support as Angel Reese is sailing past the toughest time of her life. Sha’Carri has already shared her motivation, and her recent speech at the USATF Awards is more relatable to Reese, as she quoted her words on her social media account relating to her current situation.
Sha’Carri Richardson and Angel Reese have similar values. The former is a dominant force in track and field, while the latter is thriving at Louisiana State University’s women’s basketball program. Nevertheless, they’ve frequently offered support to one another. For example, Angel Reese once said that every one of them was a pioneer in their own right.
Angel Reese shares Sha’Carri’s words
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Not very long ago, in Budapest, Sha’Carri Richardson won her maiden World Championship. Following that, she received a supportive message from Angel Reese. For her efforts, Richardson was named the Jackie Joyner-Kersee Athlete of the Year. As she was honored with the prestigious award, Sha’Carri delivered a powerful message, which was shared by Angel Reese on her Instagram stories.
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Angel Reese was inactive in basketball for at least 2 weeks due to her rumored suspension. Without proper answers from the head coach, and her mysterious absence from crucial games, kindled turmoil in NCAA and LSU athletics. However, Reese was back with a bang to sharpen her hooping abilities. Those two weeks can be regarded as a nightmare for Reese and her fans.
After crossing her difficult time, Reese uploaded a philosophical quote said by Sha’Carri Richardson in her award function, which states, “Everything happens when it’s supposed to happen,” connecting it as a metaphor with her real-life incidents. Sha’Carri has always extended her share of support to Angel Reese.
Richardson stands by Reese
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Sha’Carri Richardson’s experience adds even more poignancy to the backdrop of Reese’s message. In the face of hardship and criticism, Richardson has proven to be resilient and uncompromising in her resolve.
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BUDAPEST, HUNGARY: August 26: Sha’Carri Richardson of the United States brings home the United States team running the anchor leg to win the gold medal in the Women’s 4x100m Relay during the World Athletics Championships, at the National Athletics Centre on August 26th, 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)
So when Angel Reese was going through a difficult period, Sha’Carri Richardson supported her by posting a narrative on Instagram. She posted a picture that Angel Reese had submitted. “Just make sure that apology is as loud as the disrespect,” Reese wrote. Richardson said, “Make it louder,” in response.
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The spirit of sports truly binds players especially when going gets tough. By supporting each other, Richardson and Reese has only lived by their athletic oaths.