UConn women’s basketball star undergoes shoulder surgery
Blanca Quiñonez, a key player for UConn's women's basketball team, underwent shoulder surgery to repair a torn labrum. She is expected to be ready for the upcoming season after missing some games last year due to the same injury. Quiñonez had a standout freshman season, contributing significantly to the team's success.
- ▪Blanca Quiñonez had surgery on Monday to repair a torn labrum in her left shoulder.
- ▪She is expected to be ready for the start of the upcoming season.
- ▪Quiñonez was instrumental in UConn's success last season, helping the team win 38 consecutive games.
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