Audi Crooks’ tears at the free-throw line weren’t just about basketball—they were about family. In the closing moments of Iowa State’s rivalry win over Iowa, Crooks was overcome with emotion thinking of her late father, Jimmie. Coach Bill Fennelly, who also lost his father, pointed to the sky, reminding Crooks her dad was watching. She missed the first shot through tears, but nailed the second to clinch the game. This shared moment between player and coach hit home for anyone who’s played for something bigger than themselves. How do you think personal stories like this shape athletes’ performances? #Sports #Basketball #AudiCrooks