Gabbie Marshall Speech

[@seeseemun4528]

Delightful speech! Delightful Lady! Tenacious defender!

[@mikailbumpus692]

From Hawkeye Fans in Minnesota. Thank you Gabbie, You are a Class Act, just as your Fellow Teammates are. And You are Now written in History for whats Being called, The Most Memorable Women’s College Basketball Team of All Time! There were Millions upon Millions watching The Women Hawkeyes Basketball Games, and more People watched The Women Hawkeyes Final Four than any of The Proffessional Basketball Games being Aired, both Men and Womens. You are Part of a Legacy that can Never be broken nor rewritten. What you and Caitlin, The Coaches and your Teammates have done For Basketball at any level, is unprecedented, and nothing short of amazing. We look forward to seeing you play again this year, GO HAWKS! And Seeing Caitlin at The WNBA Level.

[@eddieweyer3535]

God Bless you Gabby and for your life!!!! I've NEVER watched Women's BB until I seen you!! You Rock!!!

[@charmainevandiford6622]

A beautiful Lady giving a beautiful Speech. She doesn’t get the credit she deserves. She plays most all the game and is good on Defense and hits her threes.

[@williampotts7205]

So true. Spot on🎯

[@timjohnson1646]

She´s a SAVAGE on the defensive end. I love Gabby...she´s a warrior..always gives her all on the court. RESPECT!!!!

[@SC68170]

She's undersized but she gives it her all and I respect that.

[@D0213rr]

Very beautiful speech and very beautiful lady!!! I love you and God Bless You Always!!!

[@conniehupp6675]

Gabbie has "GREAT HEART"😊❤

[@neweyeswideopen]

Thank you Gabbie. Doing us proud. 😊 we love you and the team.

[@Steve-cm2ys]

She's only half "us", Wokie. And her MOM gave her her looks.

[@edpayton4798]

Gabby Marshall, you define Humility. I pray you have continued success in your future endeavors.

[@terryarbogast9701]

Gabbie Marshall has a heart of gold. Gabbie always played her heart out every time she played. God bless you Gabbie and good luck with the rest of your career. And please stay safe and come back and visit Iowa. We all Love you very much and your memories and legacy will stay in our hearts.

[@bryronpalmer3581]

Very underrated defensively.That well timed interception(steal) of Flau'jae's attempted pass was so clutch.Not afraid to take a big shot and mix it up but classy with sportsmanship at the same time.Much respect.Continued blessing!

[@purpleperc1012]

You can’t really say she’s underrated defensively because that’s the only reason why she gets any playing time 😂

[@MrJosefcomc]

Very beautiful speech and very beautiful lady!!! I love you Gabby Marshall

[@lakedays3708]

Way to go Gabbie! What a beautiful young woman and ambassador for Iowa Hawkeyes. ❤

[@Y0UR.FAV.DU0]

GABBIE IS SO AMAZING AND GETS NO CREDIT ❤ SHES ONE OFF MY FAVORITE PLAYERS OF ALL TIME AND HAS AN AMAZING PERSONALITY AND WOULD BE AN AMAZING TEAM MATE FOR ANY PLAYER LOVE YOU GABBIE❤

[@mollyb4541]

She has left her mark and legacy on Iowa! Decades from now these amazing young ladies will forever be remembered! Way to go Gabbie! You’re an amazing athlete and beautiful young lady! Your future is bright 😊👍🏼🏀

[@jorgearevalo1879]

Gabbie is the cutest on the team ❤❤❤❤

[@steverogers2603]

Yeah, it’s her eyes.

[@robedler9526]

Gorgeous

[@grinder881]

Without a doubt I think she is definitely the best-looking lady on the team. I say this with much respect to all the women on the team.

[@Steve-cm2ys]

No but mom's genes saved her looks for sure.

[@Chalando.9431]

Dad’s complexion made her even better. How bout that, since you wanna spew hatred lol

[@Biggdoom344]

Gabby became my favorite player. I was also a defensive specialist in basketball mainly because it mirrored my football position as defensive back. Playing tough defense is not easy. Bravo to her.

[@Djdrew88]

I, as many others, started watching Iowa because of Caitlyn. But, after watching all season...Gabbie quickly became my favorite player. Her energy, effort, and defense is 2nd to none. She is literally all over the court disrupting the opponents. She's like a spider monkey moving around relentlessly. She deserves way more recognition.

[@purpleperc1012]

Why she’s going to play her final game on Sunday then she’s getting a regular job. She’s not a good basketball player. She’s just a solid defender. Not amazing but good enough for college girls

[@absolutelypro4612]

She isnt even good at defense. Shes like 5'7

[@larryboyce1086]

Haters... smh.... just stop seriously... sit on your couch and eat your chips while this young lady balls out on the floor for Iowa again. Seriously you 2 are worthless.

[@JonathanPerkins-e4f]

Thank you Gabbie. You were very awesome and I will never forget you. You are the best

[@jameshouchins9469]

Gabbie Marshall, you are loved and appreciated for who you are and for what you do! Thank you for being such a hardworking and CLASSY young lady! Oh yeah...and GORGEOUS!!!

[@kennethelliott9092]

I graduated from Iowa in 1970, before women's basketball existed. I love the way you've represented Iowa with courage and grace. Thanks. Best of luck in the championship game today.

[@CasualObserver-jx4zh]

Beautiful speech and a class act. ❤️❤️❤️

[@juliechase2047]

Such a humble kid growing into a beautiful adult, such a positive attitude! Thank you!

[@ieronimo18]

Tremendous player and the prettiest eyes in the USA!

[@Inmyswimera]

I love you Gabbie you will be missed

[@robertwaid3579]

Absolutely a Great and fantastic Speech. Having watched the WNCAA Tournament the last Two years. In those IOWA Hawkeye game's. I was really always impressed by Gabby Marshall's stellar defensive plays, and the Highlights of Her. That we were so often shown. The whole Hawkeye Team was fantastic and played Great as well. But if not for players such as Ms Marshall, or Caitlyn Clarke, and the other upper Classmates? They could never have advanced as far as they Did. IN summation it was a Total Team effort, and Victory both Year's. Thank You for Sharing this Great Speech, by a Fantastic, skilled & Tenacious Young Ballplayer 🏀🏀 that you could tell, was always giving Her all too the Team, and the Game. Thank You.

[@johnmertens4360]

Gabbie speaking from the heart ...hard work pays off ...ive enjoyed watching you play all the way from Upstate N.Y. I wish nothing less than the best for you in the next chapter of your life . Stay humble . Go win it all . I'll be watching and rooting for you ...😊

[@roryshumate8932]

God bless you Gabbie! Thank you for coming to Iowa! We are blessed to have you here!🙏🙏🏀🏀🙏🏀😎

[@Dad-JanieWorld]

I have coached my daughter’s basketball team since she started at 6 year old. She is just now about to be 10 years old. This group of girls she plays with are really great. Only have loss to 1 team, all 3 years in championship games. We all started watching for C Clark. But Gabbie has quickly became my favorite college player. I record clips of her playing defense & send it. To all the girls parents. I tell them all, watch this Marshall girl play defense. It’s something every coach should do. The effort & will, legit has won them multiple games. They wouldn’t be playing today without that!!

[@purpleperc1012]

Agreed but somebody’s got to score the points 2 ppg isn’t enough for pros, final game is today. This is the last time anybody will ever see her because she’s getting a regular job.

[@reyogalino1225]

probably the prettiest in the bunch! and very reliable player!

[@jimperkins9661]

And the Hawkeyes will forever be grateful that you chose us! I love Iowa City. I am so proud of the education I received there and so proud of the many, many Hawkeye teams I followed through the years. I am especially proud of the women's basketball team that has captured my attention and the attention of millions of other over these past two years. Keep going Gabbie and all the rest of the Hawkeyes!

[@GroomsJk]

Gracious speech from a beautiful young lady...I am a SC grad, but couldn't help to love this Iowa team - the tenacity, the camaraderie, and of course the GOAT player in Clark. They were really fun to watch, and it was a bittersweet final for me. I wish this team continued success at this highest level...

[@TeresaWood-e7p]

You ROCK Gabbie! Just started watching this year, and I was just drawn to you. GO GET ‘EM GIRL!!

[@michaelhill3952]

Thank you Gabbie for such amazing memories! You’re the best

[@robsinclair4483]

Gabbie,you will always be a Hawkeye ❤ You always have friends and family here in Iowa 😊 thank you for just be amazing 👏 😊 you will be greatly missed ❤️ best wishes to you in your new journey 😊 ❤❤

[@DaveM-FFB]

Beautiful speech. Congratulations to you and your family, the Iowa coaches, and all of the other amazing Iowa players on a great season. You and your team played a big role in elevating NCAAW basketball and getting the viewership that it should have. Well done!

[@michaelmartin5146]

Very beautiful classy lady great speech.

[@Paul-z9y7n]

She's a gem! Every college needs more like her!....from a Michigan fan.

[@doublesharp5795]

Wouldn't be there without you, Gabby!

[@PatrickFordyce-b7c]

Gabby Marshall I enjoy your play on the court on both sides of the ball !! And your personality is as gorgeous as you are !! Awesome speech too !! I will be watching the game from my Pennsylvania home but I will be watching as millions will be watching !! Let’s Go Iowa Gawkeyes get another win and head into the championship game so stay focused on this game then the Nexted game when it’s time !! Remember practice better passing and shooting the ball so you are ready to play elite ball !! God bless you all that show skill in every game !! Amen !!🙏 !!❤!!!

[@jaden8584]

You are an amazing person that deserves everything! I love you and keep it up! ❤

[@rogergraham9359]

This young lady parents should be very proud of their daughter. They raised her WELL.

[@seanwhitehouse2274]

@rogergraham, if you havent seen it yet, there is a three or four minute video on youtube that talks about her relationship with her dad. it is really good

[@jp4inthemornin]

She has Mike Singletary focus on D and is extremely gutsy. How she gets up after some of those hard knocks is amazing. What a great part of a great team!

[@senecaturnpikeconsultants113]

Great speech ! She’ll be a winner in life no matter what she does.

[@robertpalatsky5017]

This whole speech made me cry. Thank you Gabby

[@TheHighway420n]

me2😅😅 much❤to Gabs

[@davidschecter5247]

You are so much fun to watch! You give it your all every second you are on the court. I wish you all the best in your post-Iowa career! I'm sorry you didn't win the final game today, but you will always be champions in the eyes of so many.

[@brianvandever143]

America is proud of all the Hawkeye girls what a Class Act❤❤

[@Desperado9552]

I’m a die hard KU fan and I enjoyed watching Gabbie and her team.

[@starpower4191]

Wonderful speech, I love watching you play and hearing you share your thoughts ! You are an awesome role model and a shinning star ⭐️

[@daveray4493]

Gabby, I have loved watching you and your team absolutely crush it. I particularly LOVE defensive tenacity… You embody that quality with such strength, speed and elegance. Wow. Thank you. Watching you play has brought me great joy. I wish you the best in the final 4 -but especially in all that is ahead of you in your life. ❤

[@leaannstanford]

What a wonderful young lady! Love watching the lady Hawkeyes play. Congrats to the organization and school!!!

[@DeanDoeden]

Well done! Such poise & class. We are all proud of all you have been able to accomplish. Best of luck in the upcoming year.

[@theorganicveilradio6623]

ONCE A HAWKEYE, ALWAYS A HAWKEYE! WE ARE ALL SO PROUD OF YOU!!! THE GRIT & GRIND of the team! The world is your oyster!

[@Roadkill515]

Gabbie is an amazing woman. Couldn't be prouder to have her represent Iowa. Go Hawkeyes!

[@jab11110]

This SEC Homer and GAT🐊R fan enjoyed watching you and your teammates play the game that you all love. Thank you for restoring my faith in your generation.😊♥️🏀

[@kevinnapier8996]

Great integrity. A joy to watch this ball club having fun and success that is well-deserving of the hours and hours they put into the journey. Thank you for sharing parts of this journey with us as fans. Godspeed and Blessings.

[@Hawk_edits18]

She was so awesome😢❤

[@dennist61]

What an awesome human being!!! We will always have 💛HAWKEYE LUV🖤 for Gabby. God bless you girl!!

[@davejurich668]

Iowa has won the popularity trophy 🏆 & all there success will & hard work is second to none! Congratulations Iowa ❤️🙏🏀 loved your stellar Defence Gabbie 🙏❤️💋

[@ErnestBuen-in3ul]

Beautiful speech. Great person and player. Great team. You not only make Iowa proud, you make the nation proud. I hope all the young girls out there are watching, because they need role models like you in their lives. Thank you😊

[@Oyoking752]

these young Lady-like Hawkeye players are all down to earth people. I wish them all the best!!!

[@carlstokes9834]

This was wholesome and made me almost cry….I ‘m not a fan but appreciate the way that they play and the fans they have ❤

[@vickigarrison665]

Iowa women has set the bar high for all other teams. They have class and brains and superior ball skills. Sure wish they could spread it all over our amazing country. Just an awesome group that made all of Iowa and America proud. Each one of you are winners. Tip of the hat to the excellent coaching staff and parents of these young women.

[@flgent2358]

You are a winner! Hope you are national champions this years.

[@neiljuedes1661]

Great to see a strong person that loves her team and teammates. Congrats on your year.

[@ChildOfThe1970s]

Beautiful young lady! Puppy dog eyes and sweet smile. Humble as well.

[@stevegraham934]

Omg, you are the sweetest I love watching you play basketball and support your state and your teammates ❤

[@kristinmaloy2208]

Thank you Gabbie I will miss you! ❤❤

[@chrismascher8667]

She is one of my (all time) favorite Hawks.. Everyone raves over Clark (which they should and she deserves), but Gabby ,Hannah, and Sydney are my favorites. Good luck in your future Gabby and thank you for choosing IOWA. Go Hawks!!

[@purpleperc1012]

Sydney ok but the others aren’t your favorite when they have 5 points and Iowa loses like early on the season 😂

[@chrismascher8667]

@purpleperc1012 I don't cheer for someone because they score a lot or just because they win or I wouldn't support the football team. I am a fan of for the opposite reasons. They work hard even if they don't score a lot. Gabby's blocks in the Big 10 tournament saved the game. How many points did she have? Hannah did a great job on Cardoso ( a 1st rd pick/all American) who has 6 inches and 50lbs on Hannah. Very proud of our girls!! I hope Lisa can restock and we can keep this going. Go Hawks!!

[@patrickknobbe9176]

Congratulations on your outstanding career Best of luck to you in Cleveland!

[@KellenWeber-h7b]

This makes me sad seeing these great players saying final speeches😢❤

[@drewby613]

So nice to hear a college student talking about hard work, team work, and leadership. No “identity,” grievance, or “justice.” Rock on Gabbie!! Your future’s so bright . . .😎

[@babzee7111]

The music is distracting; what purpose does it serve besides taking away from this commendable young woman’s heartfelt words?

[@hannahgrace2007]

I love you so much Gabbie❤❤.You are going to be missed so much!!

[@shawnrichardson5527]

I could only imagine how proud her parents must be of her. Oh yeah and she’s gorgeous! Hannah cute too.

[@jeffreylindley845]

When I started watching Iowa womens basketball last year after hearing about Caitlin Clark I immediately noticed Gabby and thought she looked like a model. Her blue eyes are gorgeous. She is a damn good basketball player too. Go Hawks! Win it all!

[@purpleperc1012]

She’s because a doctor or something after the year so this your last time you will ever see her 😂

[@LeBron_James6for_life]

Gonna miss her good luck in the next chapter of your life

[@jcbrowniii]

Thought she said in the speech that she is playing one more year after this one (COVID year graduate)

[@sherikoehler732]

You are successfully on and off of thr court, Gabbie! Best wishes to you in your future endeavors.

[@Daniel-wd4jg]

"Is this heaven?...No it's Iowa".

[@TigerHawk46]

AMEN. SPOT-ON

[@Larry-n5z]

ha ha ha ha ha ha ha

[@CynVee]

I've never been but would feel blessed to visit.

[@thomasgilpablo7056]

Go Iowa, bring home the national championship. 🎉🎉🎉

[@LesterClark-yn4mq]

Beautiful soul n heart

[@MikeLanzano]

So glad to hear you'll be around another year, congratulations to a beautiful, talented young woman ❤

[@nlp9623]

Thanks for sharing this. 🙏🏾👸🏽

[@michaelmarrone8753]

Gabbie, as a Hawkeye fan, I would like to say thank you for choosing to to play at Iowa. I have enjoyed watching you grow as a basketball player and wish you the best in all your future endeavors. If your mentality as a basketball player is a sign of your future, you will definitely crush all the challenges ahead. Challenges can be both good and bad, and I see it well within your power to overcome them all. I wish you the best of luck in all you do and much success in everything you love to do. You will be missed by many fans.

[@HOE-rv6ie]

She's beautiful and talented 🏆

[@nancyhetrick9174]

Definitely a selfless reflection of what makes an athlete great!

[@billwell9266]

Saw her dad walking around the Kohl Center before this year's game at Wisconsin and wanted so bad to bother him just to tell him my wife and I think his daughter is an awesome young woman.

[@markstento471]

That was great! She has impressed me with heart and wonderful presence and what a compliment to Caitlin Clarke and the rest of the team... slowly becoming a fan!

[@purpleperc1012]

We get it she has nice eyes, but what she doesn’t have is a spot in the starting line up.

[@noahmiller-rv7vu]

Gabbie…..you’re a beautiful woman who represents women in the most beautiful way!! And, the best defensive player I’ve seen in a long time. You rock!

[@DavidMcDonald-jg2eo]

Coach Bluder thanks for bringing her to Iowa. She is a classy young woman..

[@njbobf]

Incredibly cute, well spoken, authentic, talented young female athlete.

[@1-Keep-it-Simple-Stupid]

Gabbie is a hell of a baller & a beautiful spirit & a gorgeous young woman 🌹😘😍🫶🙏oh and her eyes are amazing 🫠🥰

[@markuse3472]

Gabbie is such a cutie patootie. So happy for her and Iowa WNCAAB team.

[@timothyrhoades803]

Thank You Gabby Very Much for Everything you have done and going to do in this Sport you Love so much. God has you in it for a reason. You are a Beautiful Champion Player. You are One Of The Best Out There Young Lady, Never Give Up. So Proud of you. And most of all Gabby, Thank you for Everything from my Heart and the Million others that Loves Young Lady for who You Are. ❤❤❤❤

[@ericstewart5852]

Your so awesome go Hawkeyes

[@stavrosforever]

Thank you, Gabbie! You’ve been amazing and you make us proud! Good luck in the Final Four! I’ll be in Cleveland to see you all! Go Hawks! 🎉

[@johnrob1126]

Gabbie you are the true meaning of what it takes to be a Hawkeye. Not only as a student athlete, but a wonderful person inside and out that makes you a special person.

[@scottjanes9074]

Just another great example of how women's sports helps to produce wonderful women! Congratulations to all the female student athletes, win or lose, it's about the relationships with your teammates, coaches, and the opposing players. Well done Abby!

[@MWFchaos731]

You will be missed!!

[@michaellewis09]

Thank you for being a Hawkeye, I'm just sad it's come to an end. Heres to a great and wonderful future.