Cameron Brink Posts Somber Message After Tearing Her ACL Ahead of Olympics: ‘Hard to Fathom’

Cameron Brink Posts Somber Message After Tearing Her ACL Ahead of Olympics: ‘Hard to Fathom’
"Welcome back to SSN24 , where we bring you the latest updates from the world of sports. I'm SHUVO, and today we have some heartbreaking news from the WNBA."
"In a devastating turn of events, Los Angeles Sparks star Cameron Brink has suffered a torn ACL, likely ending her rookie season and sidelining her Olympic dream. The injury occurred during Tuesday's game against the Connecticut Sun, as Brink seemingly slipped while making contact with Sun forward Brionna Jones."
"After the play, Brink was helped off the court and carried to the locker room by her teammates. The 22-year-old forward, who was the No. 2 pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft, shared her feelings on Instagram the following day."
"'You never think it will happen to you. And despite all the hard work sometimes it does. This is hard to fathom but I know it will only make me stronger. I will not be derailed and I will continue to love this life - I’m not defined by basketball, but it is something that I love deeply and I will work every day to get back to it. It’s not goodbye basketball it’s just a see you later. I’m always so thankful for your thoughts and prayers.'"
"The post was met with an outpouring of support from the basketball community. Fellow rookie Angel Reese commented, 'Love you barbie doll!' while other WNBA stars like Sabrina Ionescu, A'ja Wilson, and Breanna Stewart also offered their words of encouragement."
"Before Wednesday’s game against the Washington Mystics, Caitlin Clark shared her perspective on the injury, calling it 'devastating' but expressing confidence that Brink will come through it stronger."
"Cameron Brink was averaging 7.5 points per game and 1.7 assists, and she was just getting acclimated to the WNBA. The injury also comes just after Brink learned she had made the U.S. Olympic 3x3 basketball team for the Paris Olympics, a dream she has held her entire life."
"'It was absolutely surreal, I was not expecting this whatsoever, but I’ve worked really hard for this. I love the coaches, the committee, everything, so I’m just beyond thankful,' Brink said earlier this month. 'I’m most excited to be an Olympian, it’s been a dream my whole life and the opportunity to win a gold medal, especially with this group.'"
"Our thoughts are with Cameron Brink during this challenging time, and we wish her a speedy recovery. Stay tuned to SSN24 for more updates on this story and other sports news. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for the latest updates."

[@robertbeckel7378]

I am so very sorry

[@Matt-vv7fl]

I hate that for her! Such a great kid! 😢. Get well soon Cameron!

[@trxntroll843]

If a tree falls……you know the thing.

[@Mechanosensitive_Zion_Channel]

Do right now and replace her with Caitlin Clark

[@moxmann]

Please replace her with Caitlin so her fan trolls can STFU.