Liberty Sign Two Players Ahead of Season Opener Amid Injury Crisis
Banged-up Liberty sign 2 players before opener
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The New York Liberty, starting their 30th season, have signed Julie Vanloo and Aubrey Griffin to hardship contracts due to multiple player injuries, including Sabrina Ionescu and Rebecca Allen. With only seven players available, the team faces challenges as they prepare for their opener against the Connecticut Sun.
- 01Sabrina Ionescu is sidelined with a left foot injury for a couple of weeks.
- 02Julie Vanloo and Aubrey Griffin were signed to fill the roster due to injuries.
- 03Betnijah Laney-Hamilton returns after missing last season with a knee injury.
- 04Liberty coach Chris DeMarco is uncertain about key player Satou Sabally's availability.
- 05Griffin will play her first WNBA game close to her hometown.
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The New York Liberty are entering their 30th season facing a significant injury crisis, prompting them to sign Julie Vanloo and Aubrey Griffin to hardship contracts just hours before their season opener against the Connecticut Sun. Key players Sabrina Ionescu, Rebecca Allen, and Satou Sabally are all out due to injuries, leaving the team with only seven available players. Coach Chris DeMarco expressed uncertainty about Sabally's travel for the upcoming road trip. Vanloo, who was recently waived by the Los Angeles Sparks, quickly flew to New York and adapted to the team's playbook during her journey. Griffin, a local talent, is set to make her WNBA debut after recovering from knee surgery. Both players expressed excitement about their new opportunities with the Liberty as they prepare for a challenging start to the season.
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The injuries to key players could affect the Liberty's performance and fan engagement during the season opener.
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