WATCH: ‘What Ja Morant Needs’ – Fans react as female college hooper gets smack from coach after throwing signs in photoshoot

Coach's reaction to player's seemingly playful gesture sparks debate.


WATCH: ‘What Ja Morant Needs’ – Fans react as female college hooper gets smack from coach after throwing signs in photoshoot

A female college basketball player received a smack from her coach after allegedly throwing gang signs during a photoshoot. (Screengrab from a video via X)

In a recent turn of events that has fans buzzing across social media platforms, Sahnya Jah a female college basketball player from South Carolina received a smack from coach Dawn Staley after allegedly throwing gang signs during a photoshoot. The camera caught the incident, drawing a myriad of reactions; some fans suggest that this is “what Ja Morant needs”, referencing the NBA star’s history of controversial actions.

The video, which has since gone viral, shows Sahnya posing for a photoshoot when Staley steps in, delivering a swift smack to her hand. The coach intervened clearly to message against the use of signs often associated with off-court troubles.

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The basketball community was quick to react to the viral clip. Many fans appreciate the coach’s fast response to discourage the behavior. This incident happened when the audience was present, and the cameras were closely pointing at athletes’ off-court actions.

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Ja Morant, an up-and-coming NBA player, has been in the middle of controversies, like showing a weapon on social media. Comparing the college player’s actions to Morant’s past stirred a debate about coaches’ role and how much power they have in disciplining players.

Athlete indiscipline and the Ja Morant controversies

Ja Morant, the Memphis Grizzlies‘ star guard, has been no stranger to controversy. From altercations involving a gun to confrontations with other players and security personnel, Morant’s actions have raised questions about the responsibilities of professional athletes as role models.

NBA star Ja Morant flaunted a gun on his Instagram livestream.
NBA star Ja Morant flaunted a gun on his Instagram livestream. (Credits: Associated Press and @jamorant on Instagram)

The image of the coach’s intervention has become a symbol of the fine line between discipline and overreach. It raises questions about how mentors should guide and correct athletes and the implications of making such actions public.

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The discourse surrounding the incident is a reflection of the ongoing conversation about athlete conduct, the influence of social media, and the role of coaches in shaping young athletes’ lives.

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