IOWA CITY, Iowa– Gabbie Marshall is etched in the college basketball lore because of what she contributed to a historic Iowa Hawkeye group over the past several years. Marshall’s basketball career is over as she’ll be moving to North Carolina to pursue a Masters in occupational therapy.
On Sunday afternoon, Marshall, who has now been removed from basketball for six weeks, has finally had the chance to reflect on all that she has accomplished throughout her five year career as a Hawkeye. In an emotional Instagram post, she pulled back the curtain and gave her perspective.
“As I am nearing my last month in Iowa Cit ready to take on the next chapter of my life, I have had lots of time to reflect on all the incredible memories I have made, opportunities I have been given, people I have met, and friendships that will last forever because of the game of basketball,” Marshall wrote.
“It has been my whole life for the past 18 years, I appreciate all the highs and lows, lessons I have learned and everything in between. Five-year-old me would be so proud of how far I have come and all that I have experienced.”
“Most importantly I think about the journey I have been on these last 5 years at the place where I was able to live out my dreams and accomplish so much more than I could’ve even imagined. Thank you Iowa and Hawkeye Nation for being my home away from home, for showing me so much love and support & for giving me the best ending to the sport that has shaped my life.”
Marshall became the first Iowa women’s basketball player to record 200 3-pointers and 200 steals in a career. She was known for her defensive prowess, especially during the two deep NCAA Tournament appearance runs. While Marshall didn’t stuff the stat-sheet, her ability to be clutch when it mattered has always stood out.
When Marshall got going from three-point range, Iowa’s offense was lethal. Marshall wasn’t the leading scorer, but her importance to the Hawkeyes is something that fans took notice of. They gravitated to her for that. They loved her for it.
Under Lisa Bluder, there have been few more important things than the team culture. Marshall was part of a graduating group that set the standard that Jan Jensen’s crew will have to follow-up.
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