League Series : First Installment
When Paige Bueckers-a talented college basketball player admired for her skill and determination, meets Whimsy Noel Easton-a passionate journalism major from Australia, during the depths of the winter season, sparks...
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"You guys ready?" Kk asked. We were in the locker room, getting ready for the game.
"Always," Nika replied while tying the lace of her shoe.
I fixed my arm sleeves, closed my locker, and sat beside Nika on the bench to put on my knee pad.
"Big game tonight," I said, adjusting and securing my knee pad. "Let's give everything we've got. Let's win this for Nika and Aaliyah."
Azzi agreed while Aaliyah shook her head. "No, let's win this for us and the fans."
Nika nodded, and I smirked. "Of course."
After some time, we were done getting ready. Our coach called us out, and the game was about to start in a few minutes. I stood up and checked my hair in the mirror. I wore my usual hairstyle, two braids in front tied into a ponytail. When I saw that it's neat and looked good on me, I smirked at myself.
"Alright, guys, gather now!" I clapped my hands, calling them. All of their attention was on me. "Let's show them what we've got! This is our night, let's claim it," I said with a determined voice. We formed a group hug and silently prayed for a minute. After that, we gave each other high-fives before exiting the locker room.
As we entered the arena, the crowd's screams grew louder with each teammate's name called by the announcer.
"Number 5, Paige Bueckers!"
I stepped into the arena, and the crowd roared when they saw me. I waved at them and smiled before jogging toward my teammates. After the announcer finished calling the members of both teams, Geno gathered us for a quick meeting to explain the plans and strategies for the first quarter. We all listened attentively and nodded at each order he gave.
"Hey there, June!" Kk called out. My eyes landed on the blonde girl beside June, and I felt a funny sensation in my stomach. I tried to ignore it.
"Is this your cousin?" Kk asked, and June nodded.
The blonde girl stood up and smiled at Kk. "Hi, I'm Whimsy Noel Easton. It's great meeting you all." She offered her hand for a handshake, and Kk gladly accepted it.
She then looked my way, and I was starstruck. She was even more beautiful in person, the pictures didn't do her justice. She smiled at me, her eyes sparkling.
"Good luck, Paige," she said. Damn.
The corners of my mouth turned up, and I tried pressing my lips together to keep from grinning. "Thanks. We'll see you after the game."
The buzzer dinged, signaling the start of the round. As we jogged to the court, Kk nudged me gently. I glanced at her and saw her teasing smile.
"I saw that, Paige," she said, laughing before running to catch up with our teammates.
God, I forgot about her. She's been watching us the whole time!
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