Hailey Van Lith says negative LSU comments fueled by racism

Hailey Van Lith, LSU guard, defended her team against racial bias after a Los Angeles Times article labeled them “dirty debutantes.” Van Lith, acknowledging the presence of black teammates, highlighted the racism they face, emphasizing her duty to support them. She criticized the article’s derogatory language and its failure to motivate the team. “We do…