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Blackhawk’s Aubree Hupp, a standout senior basketball player, has announced her commitment to Canisius University. After receiving numerous scholarship offers and a pivotal visit, Hupp found her perfect fit with the Golden Griffins. Her impressive high school career includes breaking records and contributing to her team’s success. This decision marks an exciting new chapter in her journey as an athlete.

Exciting Times Ahead for Blackhawk’s Aubree Hupp as She Chooses Canisius University

It’s certainly an exciting time in Western Pennsylvania as Blackhawk’s very own Aubree Hupp, a talented senior forward from the girls basketball team, has made the big decision to commit to Canisius University. This announcement came on August 22, and let me tell you, this recruitment journey has been nothing short of a surprise ride for everyone involved!

A Twist of Fate

Hupp’s recruitment experience took a remarkable turn back on March 15 during a game where her team, unfortunately, fell to North Catholic in the PIAA quarterfinals. But, as fate would have it, this was a pivotal moment that would set the stage for her future. Among the crowd was North Catholic’s assistant coach, Lynn Roman, along with her daughter, Courtney Roman, who happens to be an assistant coach for Canisius. Courtney wasn’t even there to scout Hupp initially. It was just a day to watch her mom coach! Who would have thought that in those bleachers, a potential recruitment connection was brewing?

Hupp herself found this twist unexpected. The match against North Catholic had become a personal showcase that she never anticipated would catch the eyes of a collegiate coach. But sometimes, basketball can create surprising ties!

Summer Surprises and Scholarship Offers

As summer rolled around, the buzz continued to build around Hupp as she received a flurry of scholarship offers, notably from schools such as Quinnipiac, Seton Hill, UC Upstate, Canisius, Iona, and Colgate. That’s a lot of options to consider! Each offer brought her a step closer to realizing her college basketball dream. It can feel overwhelming, but Hupp was determined to find the right fit.

In early July, she took the important step of visiting the Canisius campus. It was during this visit that everything clicked for Hupp. She felt an undeniable sense of belonging with the coaching staff and players there. After receiving an offer from Canisius, Hupp made her decision to commit, drawn in by the warmth of the coaches and their vision for her future.

Athletic Achievements

Let’s not forget to mention Hupp’s impressive achievements on the court! Throughout her junior season, she averaged a staggering 21.5 points, 11.4 rebounds, 3.1 steals, along with solid contributions of 2.3 assists and 2.1 blocks per game. Her performance has engraved her name into Blackhawk history, breaking records including the single-season rebounding record with a jaw-dropping 332 rebounds. Not only that, but Hupp has also scored over 1,000 career points and participated in two PIAA finals and three WPIAL championship games.

Building Relationships

As she navigated through her recruitment, Hupp learned the significant role that relationships play. Engaging with coaches from various backgrounds only enriched her experience, and these connections ultimately helped shape her decision-making process.

A Proud Tradition Continues

With her commitment to Canisius, Hupp is excited to join the ranks of recent Blackhawk graduates who have also made their mark by playing Division I basketball, including former teammates. What a proud moment for the entire Blackhawk community!

Looking Ahead

Now that the recruitment decision is made, Hupp can focus on her final high school season with much less stress. She’s ready to put her energy into leading her young team and nurturing its growth. As we keep an eye on Hupp and her journey, it’s clear that this is just the beginning of an exciting chapter as she gears up for her future as a college athlete.

Stay tuned, everyone! The best is yet to come for this basketball standout!

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