It is often said that patience is a virtue. Mix that patience with a little bit of persistence and the time will come for one to thrive.
Well, that time has come for Chicago Sky rookie forward Robyn Parks.
As the regular season comes to a close with the Sky fighting tooth and nail to secure a playoff spot, Parks has begun to showcase herself as a rising star with the ability to contribute when presented the opportunity. To say the least, she has come a long way from playing a mere eight minutes in her WNBA debut, a Chicago win against the Phoenix Mercury on May 21.
Since then, Parks has emerged as a major player coming off a Chicago bench that has been affected by injuries and inconsistencies. She models herself after the likes of Candace Parker, Seimone Augustus and Kevin Durant, strong forwards who are able to exude flexibility on the offensive end.
3-point Parks
In 12.3 minutes per game, Parks is averaging 3.5 points and 1.5 rebounds. But perhaps her most notable statistic is shooting 40.4 percent from the 3-point line. It has become her trademark to shoot from downtown with…
