KALAMAZOO, Mich. – Western Michigan redshirt sophomore
Lauren Ross will miss the remaining of the 2022-23 season due to a knee injury suffered during a contest with the University at Buffalo on Saturday, Jan. 21, at University Arena.
"This is devastating news for Lauren first and foremost, the last thing she wants is to not be able to help her team on the court," WMU head coach
Shane Clipfell said. "She is the definition of work ethic though, and she will find a way to help support her team, albeit in a different role."
"Her team will be there for her every step of the way as well. One thing that no one should ever doubt about her, is her ability to persevere through adversity. We already know that whatever is required of her, you can be assured that she will require even more from herself."
At the time of her injury, 5-10 guard was averaging 21.8 PPG on 46.5 percent (121-for-260) shooting from the field for a total of 371 points. She recorded 34.3 percent (35-for-102) from beyond the arc and an impressive 83.9 percent (84-for-112) from the line. Ross averaged 4.8 RPG with 40 assists, 24 steals, and one block on the season.
Ross led the MAC in field goals (121), points (371), and points per game (21.8). She stood second in the MAC for free throws (94), fourth for field goal attempts (260) and free throw percentage (83.9), and sixth for three-pointers per game (2.06). Nationally, she ranked 17th in total points (371), 8th in points per game, and 15th in made free throws (94).
The Broncos (9-9, 4-3 MAC) hit the road for their next two games, beginning on Saturday at Kent State. Western Michigan returns to University Arena next Saturday, Feb. 4, for a noon contest against Akron.
