This week’s “Significant Six” features six players – Aja Wheeler, Kierra Wheeler, Jada Buford, Ja’Hyia Gaston, Ty’Neecia Longs and Andrea Tribble – who helped Robbinsdale Cooper capture their first-ever Class AAA state girls’ basketball title last week with a 49-37 victory over Northfield. They were led by Kiara Buford, a two-time state champion as a player for St. Paul Central (2007, 2008) and four-year starter for the University of Minnesota.
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Thanks for recognizing the hard work and dedication these girls put in this season. It’s so important to give them support and we really appreciate your advocacy. Like father like son, I love it!