Overview

• Geno Auriemma criticizes potential one-and-done rule in women's college basketball, claiming it would 'ruin' the sport.
• Current WNBA rules require players to be college graduates, close to graduating, or 22 years old within the year to turn pro.
• Auriemma highlights the importance of player continuity in college sports for fan engagement and game development.
• The WNBA's collective bargaining agreement, which sets these rules, has an opt-out clause effective November 2024.
• Most women's college basketball players stay for four years, benefiting from name, image, and likeness opportunities.