Come February and A’ja Wilson’s literal journey will begin with her life story. Her tome as a tribute to black lives is hitting stands that month and telling a story of a girl who fought odds to become a superstar. The underdog’s tale ridden with trouble and trauma is already being hailed by the Aces who brought back-to-back glories to Vegas. Some of them are already giving their flowers to the captain for her second career.

A’ja Wilson as an exceptionally gifted athlete overcame all the adversities and led the Aces to their second consecutive WNBA championship. The talented and charismatic No.22 of the Aces is a role model for the future generation of hoopers. A’ja has also other interests and talents to complement her basketball skills. Her teammate and friend opened up about her special talent.

Alysha Clark heaped praises on A’ja Wilson

The Las Vegas Aces’ experienced campaigner Alysha Clark weighs in on her talented skipper. She spared her thoughts on the popular podcast show Come And Talk 2 Me recently. Alysha said, “I’m gonna give my flowers to A’ja Wilson. A’ja has a book that’s coming out in February. It’s called Dear Black Girls. She’s just telling her story is just amazing. It allows so many people to relate. It gives so many young black girls and boys to relate to, to look up to.”

A’ja Wilson had a memorable season with the Aces. She dominated the league in the latter half of the season. She was instrumental in the Aces completely sweeping off the Chicago Sky and Dallas Wings in the playoffs. Furthermore, the five-time WNBA All-Star carried on her good form to the Finals and even bested her regular season scores. A’ja had an average of 23.8 points along with 11.8 rebounds per game. As a result, she ended up winning the WNBA Finals MVP.

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Alysha didn’t hold herself back from talking about A’ja’s contributions: “She’s doing everything so gracefully despite all the things thrown at her, whatever people are saying. She is the epitome of grace in that way. It’s because she’s so authentically herself. That is beautiful and amazing. I’m so happy for her.” In addition to this, Alysha also said that she had pre-ordered A’ja’s book.

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?Dear Black Girls: How to Be True to You? depicts A’ja’s life through a collection of stories and essays. Wilson believes that through her book she can connect with the black girls and women.

A’ja attempts to inspire the black kids by sharing her life experiences. Furthermore, A’ja says that writing and journaling were always an outlet for her and a therapeutic way to make sense of her thoughts.

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A’ja Wilson is a true champion. She just keeps getting better and better at displaying her heroics inside as well as outside the court. Wilson is a true source of inspiration for anyone who wants to excel at multiple things in life.