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From hoops to handshakes: Columbia basketball star Nicole Stephens, BC ’24

Stephens will continue to play at Dayton University as a Flyer after entering the transfer portal earlier this year.

By Laura Mittelman / Senior Staff Photographer
In her junior year, Stephens settled into her iconic role of leading the starting lineup handshakes.
By Arielle Rieder and Heather Chen • May 8, 2024 at 2:03 AM









Photo by Laura Mittelman / Senior Staff Photographer
Stephens wanted to be surrounded by a strong, women-oriented community during her collegiate career.











Photo by Laura Mittelman / Senior Staff Photographer
“This year it was definitely special, because having different connections with each of the starters definitely played into what our handshake was,” Stephens said.













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