Paige Bueckers calls this NIL deal ‘UConnic’

Abby Tegnelia

Paige Bueckers calls this NIL deal ‘UConnic’ image

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UConn’s women’s basketball dominated the Villanova Wildcats on Sunday, Marcy 9 in the Big East Tournament, 82-54. But many eyes were on star player Paige Bueckers’ glam new blonde hair.

In a deal with Madison Reed’s at-home hair color, the 23-year-old Minnesotan even got to name her own signature shade of ColorWonder demi-permanent blonde, going with “UConnic Blonde” after taking nominations from fans.

The 6-foot senior doesn’t rank high enough to have a net worth listed on On3’s NIL valuations — but she is the No. 2 female athlete to make the list, behind only No. 4 overall Livvy Dunne ($4.2 million).

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