In Happy Valley, Bates tallied 37 appearances and was twice named to the All-Big Ten third team.
"I don't think words describe it. You dream of moments like this."
Sophomore forward Tessa Janecke also earned CHA Player of the Year and Forward of the Year distinctions.
Tickets for the general public will hit the market at 10 a.m. on Friday, March 8.
“Advocacy during Capital Day is a crucial part of our relationship with the Pennsylvania Legislature."
"I think that's where a lot of my desire to help others has stemmed from because I grew up around that amount of kindness."