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Growing up in Syracuse, New York, Stewart recalled attending her first WNBA game at Madison Square Garden—a poignant moment that would foreshadow her eventual return as a player for the Liberty. Her childhood heroes, such as Lisa Leslie and Candace Parker, now captivate and inspire her as teammates and competitors, making her journey all the more surreal.
The path to the championship was not without its hurdles. Stewart candidly discussed the challenges faced throughout the season. The grind of maintaining peak performance—emotionally, mentally, and physically—was intense. Yet, the team’s ability to rise above adversity, particularly after suffering defeat the previous year to the Las Vegas Aces, made the triumph all the sweeter.