USC Woman’s Basketball News: JuJu Watkins Set to Share Stage with NBA Legends at CNBC Game Plan
USC’s JuJu Watkins heads to CNBC’s Game Plan Summit, sharing insights with NBA legends this September.
JuJu Watkins, the standout guard for USC women’s basketball, will join a lineup of sports legends as a speaker at CNBC’s upcoming Game Plan Summit in September.
The Game Plan Summit is a one-day event
The Game Plan Summit is a one-day event that brings together leaders and influencers from various fields, including sports, business, music, and entertainment. This year’s event promises to foster discussions on the intersections of these industries.
Watkins recently concluded an impressive, record-breaking freshman season.
She set a new NCAA record for the most points scored by a freshman with a total of 920.
She broke the previous record of 898 points held by Tina Hutchinson in the 1983-84 season and stood for four decades.
Additionally, Watkins earned the title of Pac-12 Freshman
Additionally, Watkins earned the title of Pac-12 Freshman of the Week 13 times and broke the record for the most 30-point games by a USC freshman, previously held by WNBA Hall of Famer Lisa Leslie.
Beyond her athletic accomplishments, Watkins has an equally impressive resume off the court. She is dedicated to honoring her grandfather’s legacy after he founded the Watts Labor Community Action Committee following the 1965 Watts Riots.
It is aimed at empowering individuals to create positive change.
Recently, she hosted a holiday event at the center established by her grandfather to support the community and empower individuals with the tools to create change.
The Game Plan Summit will feature a diverse
The Game Plan Summit will feature a diverse group of influential figures, including athletes, team owners, and investors, all focused on developing strategies for the future of their industries.
Nick Dunn, Senior Vice President of CNBC Events elaborated on the event more and said, “We head into Game Plan 2024 with significant momentum.
