Kate Koval of Ukraine leaves LSU following the Tigers’ signing of a Russian player
Ukrainian center Kate Koval is leaving LSU less than two weeks after the Tigers brought in a player from Russia.
Ukrainian basketball center Kate Koval is departing LSU basketball less than two weeks after the Tigers added a Russian player to their roster. Koval, 6-foot-5, cited "personal reasons" for her decision, with LSU coach Kim Mulkey stating that the university would "respect her privacy on her decision." Mulkey revealed that Koval had a difficult discussion with the coach about her choice, emphasizing that Koval is a dedicated student-athlete who loves LSU.
The 22-year-old, who was born in Kyiv, began her college career at Notre Dame before transferring to LSU last season. Over her collegiate career, Koval averaged 8.3 points and 6.3 rebounds per game for the Tigers. LSU recently signed Anna Minaeva, a 6-5 post player from Russia. The conflict between Russia and Ukraine began in February 2022, with Russia invading Ukraine, leading to ongoing hostilities.
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