The Connecticut Sun have re-signed guard Tan White to a two-year contract.
Originally selected second overall in the 2005 WNBA Draft by the Indiana Fever, White was signed to a free agent contract by the Sun on June 19, 2009. She appeared in 30 games with 15 starts in 2009, averaging 9.5 points per game while leading the Sun with a career-best 49 three-pointers.
Last year, White, who represents veteran backcourt leadership presence on the young Sun team, averaged 10.1 points per game and had career highs of 79 assists and 54 steals. She also had another 49 three-point buckets.
“We’re really excited to have Tan back with us,” said Sun head coach Mike Thibault said. “She has become an integral part of our team at both ends of the court. As everyone witnessed last year, she has become one of the best defensive guards in the league. She gave us a huge spark, whether she started or came off the bench. Tan is well liked by both her teammates and the staff as a consummate team player
In addition, the Sun announced that veteran forward Kerri Gardin was also re-signed to a training camp contract. The former Virginia Tech star has played in 92 games over the past three seasons for Connecticut.
“I’m glad to have Kerri back,” continued Thibault. “She has been an important part of our team for the past three years.”
As per team policy, no terms were released.
The Sun will open their ninth season at Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, June 4, when they host the Washington Mystics at 7 p.m. Season ticket packages are currently on sale and can be reserved by calling 1.877.SUN.TIXX, or by e-mailing the Sun at tickets@connecticutsun.com. Season tickets may also be purchased online by clicking HERE. Deposits are also currently being accepted for mini plans
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