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Quiet, unassuming Osahor becoming star for Washington women

Washington's Chantel Osahor playfully reacts to the presence of media members before a basketball practice Tuesday, March 29, 2016, in Seattle. Washington plays Syracuse in a Final Four game Sunday. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Washington's Chantel Osahor playfully reacts to the presence of media members before a basketball practice Tuesday, March 29, 2016, in Seattle. Washington plays Syracuse in a Final Four game Sunday. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson) Washington's Chantel Osahor playfully reacts to the presence of media members before a basketball practice Tuesday, March 29, 2016, in Seattle. Washington plays Syracuse in a Final Four game Sunday. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)

By Associated Press 5 min read

SEATTLE (AP) – Chantel Osahor would like to make sure this much is clear about her unique shot that has become a signature of this NCAA Tournament:

Yes, it’s unique. Very few players shoot from 20-feet without jumping.

But …

“I think my shot is pretty nice-looking, to be honest,” Washington’s junior forward said. “Just because I don’t jump doesn’t mean my form isn’t good.”

On a Washington team that has made one of the more surprising runs in recent NCAA history, there may be no bigger surprise than what Osahor has done. She has gone from role player to star during Washington’s NCAA run, including a pair of games in the regional that will be hard to top.