Lorela Cubaj, a 6-foot-4 big, born in Italy to Balkan parents, is name familiar to women’s hoops fans. And for good reason. Over her five seasons at Georgia Tech (2017-22), she was a two-time winner of three major honors: All-ACC…
Former Georgia Tech standout and Atlanta Dream forward Lorela Cubaj reflected on her affection for the city of Atlanta in an interview with Swish Appeal. Cubaj described Atlanta as a second home due to her five collegiate seasons with the Yellow Jackets and her subsequent professional stint playing 31 games for the Dream across 2023 and 2024.
Now playing professionally in Italy for Umana Reyer Venezia, the Italian national team contributor discussed how playing alongside fellow Italian players influenced her commitment to Georgia Tech. She also credited her strong bonds with the university community as key factors in her fond memories of Atlanta.
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