A Prosper ISD middle schooler and basketball star is committed to compete at the University of Tennessee, with her sights set on the WNBA.
That's because Finley Chastain is only in the eighth grade, but she's already one of the most sought-after athletes in her class.
“I’ve never done anything normal,” said Chastain, who first began playing basketball at age 5 and recently committed to play at the University of Tennessee.Get DFW local news, weather forecasts and entertainment stories to your inbox.Growing up, she competed against boys often twice her age, brought home countless trophies and idolized one NBA player, in particular.Her skills and stature grew.
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