"In talking with Jen, we felt that, at this point in the semester, it is in her best interest to focus on class work and to limit the distractions and commitment that are required of a student-athlete," Rams coach Beth Cunningham said in a statement. "We will, of course, continue to support Jen in this process. It is our ultimate goal for her to receive a degree, which she is on track to complete. We appreciate the contributions she has made during her three and a half years at VCU and we wish her the best of luck."
A Wichita, Kan., native, Lane started the first 94 games of her college career, a streak that lasted until Senior Day in 2011. The 5-8 guard began the season having started 98 of her team's 99 games, and was on the floor at tipoff for the first six this season.
Lane. who saw time in only 18 of VCU's 28 games this season, did not participate in Sunday's Senior Day ceremonies. She finishes her career with 410 assists, sixth all time for the Rams.
