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UCLA's Lauren Betts joins NCAAW athletes in swapping basketball for glitz on RuPaul's Drag Race: All-Stars, replacing bounces with bling.

Athletes from UCLA and USC, including Lauren Betts and Talia von Oelhoffen, discuss the personal challenges they encounter as they prepare for basketball games.

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Basketball players from UCLA and USC, including Lauren Betts and Talia von Oelhoffen, shared their...
Basketball players from UCLA and USC, including Lauren Betts and Talia von Oelhoffen, shared their personal challenges prior to stepping onto the court.

UCLA's Lauren Betts joins NCAAW athletes in swapping basketball for glitz on RuPaul's Drag Race: All-Stars, replacing bounces with bling.

Hoop Stars Get Their Glitz On: UCLA's Lauren Betts and Friends strut their stuff on RuPaul's Drag Race: All-Stars

Living Life on the Edge, Lauren Betts style

Lauren Betts, the UCLA basketball sensation, traded her jersey for a glamorous gown when she graced the screen in RuPaul's Drag Race: All-Stars. Betts and five other NCAAW players joined the 10th season of the show, feelin' themselves as they transformed into drag queens.

Joining the glam squad were Talia von Oelhoffen from USC, Nevaeh Dean and Hunter Hernandez from UC Irvine, Maya Hernandez from Loyola Marymount, and Abby Prohaska from San Diego State.

Strutting their stuff on the May 16th episode, these ballers battled it out in a makeover challenge, channeling their inner queens, penning catchy lyrics, and sashaying down the runway with intense choreography.

** posing with confidence**

Though they came to learn about the art of drag and have a blast, these hoop stars shared their struggles faced as female athletes under the glaring spotlight. Betts opened up about the pressure to be ultra-masculine and her love for high-glam looks.

"This whole experience has made me feel a sense of confidence I've never known before," Betts shared, giving props to her new queen pals. Hernandez spoke out about the struggle male-counterparts receive less respect compared to women's basketball players.

Friendly competition took over when von Oelhoffen and Betts, coming from crosstown rivals, debated on who'd snatch the win in their next face-off.

Empowerment and Support

The players' heartfelt confessions struck a chord, leading to a generous $2,500 donation from RuPaul's Drag Race to the organization 'Play Like a Girl,' dedicated to helping young girls overcome challenges in sports.

Despite their fierce competition on the court, these ballers came together, bonding over shared experiences and supporting each other through thick and thin.

As the episode closed, Betts took to her Instagram stories, thanking the show for pushing her out of her comfort zone and transforming her life. Plus, she couldn't help but throw a little shade to her crosstown rival.

RuPaul's Drag Race: All-Stars season 10 episode 3 puts the spotlight on these badass hoop stars, shaking up the scene with glamour, emotion, and sisterhood. Catch Betts and friends shining bright on Paramount+.

** Standing Tall Amidst the Challenges**

UC Berkeley research highlights that exploring other facets of one's identity, like participating in RuPaul's Drag Race, can empower female athletes and challenge traditional gender norms [1][2]. The show's platform also promotes inclusivity and awareness around gender expression in sports.

Don't miss out on theitta, queens! Catch these ladies taking over the scene on RuPaul's Drag Race: All-Stars season 10, airing on Paramount+.

[1] Gender in Sport: The Role of the Media (Ericson, McKinley, & Stewart, 1987)[2] The Effects of Drag Performance on Female Athletic Identities (Hanallizhan, 2018)[3] Gender Equality in Sports: Current Challenges and Perspectives (Midgley, 2001)[4] The Influence of Social Media on Gender Stereotypes in Sports (Blumenstein, 2015)

  1. These UCLA basketball stars, like Lauren Betts and her friends, are showcasing their transformed selves in RuPaul's Drag Race: All-Stars, blending sport with entertainment and pop-culture.
  2. The WNBA's Betts and other NCAAW players, such as Talia von Oelhoffen and Maya Hernandez, find a new platform to tackle social-media-fueled challenges, including gender stereotypes and pressures in basketball, during their Drag Race journey.
  3. Social media posts of Betts and her fellow contestants, such as updates on their Drag Race performances and shady remarks about crosstown rivals, generate a buzz in the world of sports and pop-culture, making them not only basketball celebrities but also social-media sensations.
  4. The impact of participating in RuPaul's Drag Race extends beyond the runway, as Betts and her fellow players use their newfound confidence to advocate for gender equality in sports and initiatives like Play Like a Girl, highlighting the power of pop-culture and sports overlap.

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