Warthen commits to Wildcats

The future for one Warren County athlete has been decided. Candice Warthen signed a national letter of intent last week to play with the University of Arizona Wildcats. Warthen made the decision after making an official visit to the school with her mother the previous week.

"I really felt like I just fit in at Arizona after visiting the school," stated Warthen. Another influencing factor was Arizona's head coach Niya Butts. When asked about Coach Butts Warthen commented, "She (Butts) really expressed an interest in me and I felt as though it was about more than basketball."

Coach Butts is excited about Warthen joining the Arizona program. "Candice is going to bring an outstanding ability to score as well as athleticism and quickness to our perimeter and will step in as a point guard at a good time in our program."

A signing ceremony was held in the media center at Warren County High School last Wednesday. Warthen was joined by family, coaches, fellow players, friends, teachers, and media for the celebration. For more on Warthen's decision as well as other Arizona signings, visit the Wildcats women's basketball site.