espnW Blog: Skylar Diggins
So far New Orleans has been a blast!My team has had a lot of fun seeing some of the city and eating local dishes like crawfish and jambalaya. After doing all the ESPN press conferences Friday we got to get all dressed up the NCAA Salute dinner.
Jonathon Gruenke/Newport News Daily Press/Getty ImagesWords cannot express how proud I am at this moment to be a member of Notre Dame WBB right now. Three straight trips to the Final Four! However, it was no easy task ...My teammates and I had to fight through some adversity on Tuesday night versus a tough Duke squad.
AP Photo/Charlie NeibergallWow, what a great run through the first two rounds of the tournament.We knew when we saw the draw that it would not be easy. Even though we are a No. 1 seed, we had to travel to Iowa City. After we beat Tennessee-Martin in the opening round, we faced Iowa on their home floor.
David Butler II/USA TODAY SportsI can't believe I am about to start play in my final NCAA tournament! My time at Notre Dame has passed so quickly. Last week I went to pick up my cap and gown and will graduate in May but I still have so much to accomplish before I walk across the stage.
Lance King/Getty ImagesMy time here in Bristol has flown by. It feels like just yesterday, I was in Rookie Camp, not knowing anyone and wondering what to expect. Now I see familiar faces all over as I walk through the building, thanks in part to all of the departments that I have gotten the chance to work with. I have gained so much insight into the possible career choices that news, television and entertainment have to offer. I have also gained a lot of skills I can use in my final year of college to help prepare me for a professional career in television. I now have a better appreciation for all the hard work and effort it takes to put together a show -- everything from conducting an interview and editing highlights to researching information and writing a script.
LaSalle Academy, South Bend Washington and the University of Notre Dame -- in that order. Needless to say, I've been in South Bend my whole life. Now, I've embarked on a journey that calls for me to be away from home for the longest that I've ever been -- six weeks.
The emotions of starting an internship can be overwhelming, especially when youre the new kid. Excitement, coming from starting a job that could end up being, potentially, what you spend the rest of your life doing. Nervousness, that stems from not really knowing what to expect. Anxiety, rooted in not knowing anyone and questioning your ability to make new friends and fit in. These are just some of the emotions that I experienced during my first days interning with espnW. I was the new kid on the block, who was beginning my internship later than the other 47 interns (who began their journey back in June) working in Bristol, Conn. How was I going to fit in? Little did I know sticking out actually helped me.
Notre Dame's Skylar Diggins gets some rest and stays hydrated in Denver the night before the national championship game. She also gives a shout out to the fans as the Fighting Irish prepare to make history.
Notre Dame's Skylar Diggins trades in her sneakers and basketball shorts for a dress and heels for Friday's Mile High Magic ceremony. She gives us fashion tips -- right down to her green nail polish.
Lucy Eckard, the team's equipment manager, fills in for Skylar Diggins and talks about the importance of the headband. How is made? How many games is it used for? When is it washed? The headband, after all, is part of the Notre Dame point guard's signature look.
Notre Dame guard Skylar Diggins spent Saturday balancing basketball and school work. The junior said the key to being on the road as a student-athlete is studying and checking in with professors to make sure you are keeping up.
The secret to Skylar Diggins success? Honey packets, bananas and peanut butter. The Notre Dame guard breaks down how she gets the most out her body during tournament time. Lots of rest and fruits and vegetables are also key.
Ever wonder what it's like behind the scenes for one of the top women's college players and her team?
See how Skylar Diggins and her Notre Dame teammates get through another day at the office.
Skylar Diggins and her Notre Dame teammates take advantage of nice weather in South Bend to relax and take part in some friendly competition at the golf course. Skylar quickly wonders if golf is really her game.
Mike and Sue Bennett/Lighthouse Imaging[Editor's note: Skylar Diggins returns as a NCAA tournament blogger for espnW. Here is her first entry, fresh off Notre Dame's Selection Monday meeting.]
5:17 p.m.: Hey everyone! I just got back to the Purcell Pavilion after a nice little break, but now it's time to get back to work. The team and I are anxiously awaiting the Selection Show, so we can finally know who we play on Sunday! Fingers crossed for a good draw! Go Irish! ... Mmmuah!