Following Louisiana Tech’s 67-58 win over New Mexico State last Saturday, former Lady Techster standout Kieunna Walker joined LPJ Co-Publisher Kyle Roberts on the postgame radio show. Here’s the transcript between the two where Kieunna talks about how her professional career is going overseas — and her go-to favorite song for karaoke.
Kyle Roberts: Kieunna, you were such a staple for this program for five years. We are happy to have you here. Let everybody know what’s been going on in the life of one of the best Techsters to come through here in the last ten years.
Kieunna Walker: I’ve been busy still playing basketball. After I graduated, I headed straight to Greece. I loved it — I give it a 10 out of 10.
Roberts: Awesome.
Walker: And I just got back from Turkey, actually, last week. And, it was not nearly as good of an experience. But, you know, you win some and you lose some. I’m hoping that my next contract is better than Turkey. You know, in European basketball, they pay late, and you just have to get used to it.
Roberts: So what has you in town?
Walker: I came back for Christmas, and I have some time, so I figured I’d come down here — I’m staying in Arkansas, so it’s only a three-hour drive. I just wanted to come down and watch.
Roberts: A lot of fans do not know a whole lot about international women’s basketball. What’s going on right now? Are you just waiting on another team?
Walker: So I just played the first half of a season, and I asked (my team in Turkey) to release me. It’s going to be harder finding another contract in the middle of the season, but I’m still looking. I’m hoping to play in the summer — maybe in Mexico or Australia.
Roberts: I’m assuming you’ll be hanging out in Arkansas, so other than working out and staying basketball-ready, what will you be doing in your free time?
Walker: (Laughs) I’ll be working out and doing some karaoke, watch TV, hang out with the family.
Roberts: Last quick questions: What’s the karaoke go-to?
Walker: I have to say “Love on the Brain” by Rihanna.
Roberts: It’s so good to see you, and we’re always happy when you make a visit here to Louisiana Tech. You’re welcome on this broadcast anytime you want to hop on.
Walker: And it might be my next job!
Louisiana Tech returns to action tomorrow against Liberty on the road. Tip off is set for 1 p.m. CST. and can be heard on Sports Talk 97.7 FM and watched on ESPN+.
