Caitlin Clark, Sophie Cunningham, and other Indiana Fever teammates showed their support for Lexie Hull following the heartbreaking news of her dog Mags’ passing on Tuesday. Hull shared the emotional announcement on Instagram, revealing she had spent 14 treasured years with her beloved pet, emphasizing the strong bond they shared.
The forward posted a moving collection of photos and videos of Mags, visibly emotional in her tribute. Her heartfelt caption reflected the deep sadness she felt while celebrating the special connection they had over many years.
“14 years with the sweetest mags! home won’t be the same without you! heaven got the best girl this week,” Hull wrote.
Teammates quickly responded with messages of comfort and love. Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham were among those who openly expressed their sympathy, joined by Aliyah Boston and Aari McDonald in sending kind words of support during this difficult moment.
“Love you doggie heaven,” Clark wrote.
“nooooo Lex, I’m sorry,” Cunningham commented.
“Awww sorry Lex, Boston wrote.
“I’m sorry for your loss Lex,” McDonald commented.
As the Indiana Fever gear up for their upcoming game against the Golden State Valkyries on Wednesday, Lexie Hull is expected to play despite the emotional weight she carries. The game will likely serve as a meaningful occasion for her to honor the memory of Mags, reflecting her deep connection to her cherished companion.
Heartfelt Tribute from Jaime Hull Over Family’s Loss
Jaime Hull, Lexie Hull’s mother, was among the first family members to publicly grieve the passing of Mags. Her tribute conveyed the profound sorrow that has affected the entire family during this time of loss.
“Absolutely heartbroken!!” Jaime Hull commented. “She was such a good girl! I guess the reason we are so sad is because of all the love and happiness she gave us. We wouldn’t be sad otherwise. We were blessed to have her for 14 years. Heartbroken, but wouldn’t change a thing!! Love you more.”
In the midst of this personal loss, Lexie Hull has been making significant strides this season with the Indiana Fever. Emerging as a rising star, she has moved beyond Caitlin Clark’s shadow, posting career-best numbers across multiple categories. While she narrowly missed an All-Star selection, Hull’s strong performance continues to underline her growing impact on the team and the league.
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