[Photo] Kim Sa-rang 'Holding Back Tears'

Published:2026.08.20 ・ 14:03

Kim Jingyeoung

*This content was translated by AI.

The 2026–2027 WKBL rookie player draft was held on the 19th at Cheongju Gymnasium in Cheongju City.

After being selected by Shinhan Bank with the fifth pick of the second round, Kim Sa-rang (from Supia Girls' High School) poses with coach Choi Yoon-ah.

*This content was translated by AI.

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